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Rutgers Seminar: "Stimulus Plans, Budget Deficits and Long Bonds: What Lies Ahead" – July 29, 3pm
This event will be a facilitated discussion by Rutgers professor, Dr. Farrokh Langdana with the audience and will cover the global stimulus packages, the macroeconomic outlook and the warning from the long bonds. RMB200. 3pm. Regus Conference Centre (010 5877 1707) emba_bj@rutgers.asia
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Hotel Deals |
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Love
at Grand Millennium Beijing
Superb settings, awarding-wining cuisine and personalisers
will definitely turn every minute of your wedding a memorable
one... Dream Vision RMB 358/person; Romantic Eden RMB 458/person;
Luxurious Melody RMB 588/person. 10 person/table, minimum 10 tables.
All the above prices are subject to 15% service charge. For more
information please consult our wedding specialists at (8610) 8587
6888 ext. 5335 or 133 011 61861.
Hotel
Kunlun July Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Summer Room rate promotion. A
great price gets you a room with complimentary broadband internet,
fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room: RMB 980 net inclusive
of breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB 1180 net inclusive of breakfast;
Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1380 inclusive of Summit Club Executive
breakfast. Reservations are required in advance, subject to availability.
For further information, please contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations
Department at: Tel: (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
Summer
Collection Package at InterContinental Beijing Financial Street
InterContinental Beijing Financial Street is situated at the gateway
of Beijing's prestigious financial and business district. The
convenient location, elegant environment, and excellent service
provide both leisure and business travelers an ideal place to
recharge. Choose the Summer Collection Package at the best flexible
rate with two daily breakfasts, you will receive a complimentary
30 minutes Neck / Shoulder Massage at the famous urban spa ---
I-Spa and 2 pieces of shirts laundry per room per stay. Please
call (8610) 5852 5888 and (8610) 5852 5773 for details. www.intercontinental.com/icbeijing
The Jianguo Hotel Beijing---Your Green Home in Beijing CBD
Jianguo Hotel Beijing is situated adjacent to the Jianguomenwai diplomatic quarter, in the heart of Beijing's business and administrative centre. The hotel has well-appointed suites and rooms which combine comfortable and up-to date business requirement, always focusing on business traveler, and its structure and characteristic interior decoration and luxuriant water garden and courtyard have the elegant and naturally beautiful environment that is unique in Beijing. The hotel's ground level with a complex of western and Chinese restaurants, bar, cafe, lobby lounge and beer garden and its dedicated meeting and banqueting rooms can cater every client's needs. No.5 Jianguomenwai Da Jie,Beijing 100020, P.R.China. Tel: (8610) 6500 2233; Fax: (8610) 6500 2871; E-mail: jianguo@hoteljianguo.com; Website: http://www.hoteljianguo.com
Business
Value Rate at Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Weekday: Superior Room - RMB1, 470.00 per room per night | Deluxe
Room - RMB1, 570.00 per room per night | Executive Room - RMB1,
780.00 per room per night. Weekend: Superior Room - RMB1, 320.00
per room per night | Deluxe Room - RMB1, 420.00 per room per night
| Executive Room - RMB1, 630.00 per room per night. Include: Free
Airport butler service, one way pick-up for one night stay and
round trip for two nights stay | One complementary buffet breakfast
| Free Internet access | Free access to both health club outlets
and indoor swimming pool | Rate subject to 15% surcharge. Valid
date from May to end of August, 2009. The terms and conditions
are subject to availability and confirmation by the Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center. We look forward to welcoming you
to stay at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center! For reservations:
Reservations.Beijing@kempinski.com;
Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 Fax: (8610) 6462 2204.
The
Family Getaway at Kempinski Sanya From RMB1480 / room / night
June 30, 2009. Spend quality time with your kids at the tropical
paradise resort of Kempinski Sanya, the only resort in sanya,
with it's own private beach. This great value package is specially
tailor-made for families and kids with a promise of endless Fun
& Games. Please click
here for more details. Conditions apply: *Valid from July
01, 2009 to Oct 31, 2009 excluding the National Day period from
Sep 30 to Oct 08 2009 | *Valid for minimum 2 nights stay in Deluxe
Ocean View and above room categories | *Subject to availability
| *Can not be used in conjunction with any other promotions. For
more information please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com
or call us on (86898) 3889 8888.
Recharging
is Invited - Spa Package with Free Mandara Spa Treatment
for Two
Nurture yourself with a 2-night stay at Sheraton Sanya Resort.
Daily breakfasts energize you and 90-minute free Mandara Spa treatment
for two invigorates you. Dinner at Lotus Cafe or Spice Garden
for a relaxing end to a very good day. Take advantage of a late
checkout to linger and make the most of your holiday. Because
you don't just stay here. You belong. For more details, please
click
here. Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya
or call (86898) 8855 8855 for more information.
So Inspiring
RMB 1,488* per night: Accommodation in Luxury Room | Complimentary buffet breakfast at VIC restaurant | Complimentary broadband or Wi-Fi Internet access in guest rooms | Complimentary broadband or Wi-Fi Internet access in the meeting room | 1 complimentary guest room per 20 paid guest rooms, up to 2 complimentary rooms per group | Package includes main meeting room for full-day, 2 coffee breaks and an international buffet lunch at VIC | 1 complimentary upgrade to Luxury Premier Room | 1 welcome drink at M Bar upon group arrival | Valid until October 11th, 2009 | Minimum 10 guest rooms | For participants without guest rooms: RMB 500* for full-day meeting. * Prices are subject to 15% surcharge. For information or reservations please call (8610) 8599 6666 ext. 6888 or reservation@sofitelwandabj.com
Take
a Piece of Heaven Home
Celebrate the heavenly bed's 10th anniversary at The Westin Beijing
Financial Street. Stay or accumulate 10 room nights and receive
a complimentary heavenly bed, from rmb 1800 per night exclusively
on our 'Take a Piece of Heaven Home' offer only. Buy a heavenly
bed and receive 10 complimentary room night vouchers. This exclusive
offer is valid until 31 December 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
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Nightlife |
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Free
Venue, Hearty Menu
Beijing's best and oldest sports bar continues to impress with
its extensive beer list, hearty bar food designed by Aussie chef,
pool tables, free Wi-Fi, Tues Texas Hold'em, Wednes trivia quiz,
Thurs darts and Fri spool competition nights, and plasma TVs showing
any sports you want! Free venues for all parties and meetings.
Frank's is a capital classic. 9am-3am. Lido Area, Jiangtai Xilu
(West of the Rosedale Hotel). Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; Website:
www.franksplacebeijing.com
DEJ-Digital Entertainment De-Night Party
DEJ - Digital Entertainment Jam proudly presents the one-day & one-night Battlestar party. The outstanding STARS from both digital entertainment and electronic music scene around the world will bring you a nearly 20-hours soul touching effect. 8pm-2am, July 31. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Anzas-Grand Opening Party
Directly from Japan, 30 professional dancers and pro-DJ are coming to support the party as well as some famous Chinese singers as a secret guest. There will also be Raffle and Giveaways which you may win prizes such as a free pass for classes on the day. With collaborating with ANZAS dancers, this opening party special live performance will be the event you don't want to miss out. 2pm open door, event starts at 3pm. RMB50 at door. August 1. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6400 1770
For more details about above events, please visit www.club.com. |
Dining Out |
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Two
Year Anniversary Exclusive at Skyline Cafe
Celebrate Skyline Cafe's Two-Year Anniversary, with a
Two for One Buffet Special! Enjoy one complimentary buffet lunch
or dinner when accompanied by one paying friend (limited to one
complimentary buffet meal per visit). For more information, kindly
contact: (8610) 6590 3229.
New executive Chef of Justine's Jean-Baptiste Mendiant
Mr. Jean-Baptiste Mendiant has been appointed as the new executive Chef of Justine's restaurant in Jianguo Hotel Beijing, as the beginning of the cooperation between the hotel and the famous Rothschild Group. Jean-Baptiste Mendiant was the executive Chef for the hotel of "Rothschild" since 2004. Rothschild Group has been at the centre of the world's financial markets for over 200 years. As well being involved in banking activities, the Rothschilds are also known for their achievements as winemakers. The name Rothschild has been associated with fine wines for almost a century and a half. For more information, please visit Jianguo Hotel's web site www.hoteljianguo.com
Truly Chinese
This is the best description of our Cantonese restaurant, where Hong Kong Chef So presents the treasures of his fine cuisine. During the month of July: Chef So's personal recipe collection features traditional Chinese king prawn delicacy with a touch of elegance. Thank you for being our guest! For every RMB 500 spend in our restaurant during your visit you will receive a voucher of RMB100, valid for your next visit at our Cantonese restaurant. * Prices are per person and subject to 15% surcharge. 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 Australia with Marriott Hotels, Win A Trip For 2 To Sydney
From July 23rd to August 23rd, 9 Marriott hotels in Beijing & Tianjin feature the best Australian offer throughout 14 Marriott restaurants. YOU make the choice from the outstanding dining options within Marriott, from Italian & Mediterranean, French & Steakhouse, to Indian, Chinese and International Buffets. For more information, please contact: Beijing Marriott Hotel City Wall: (8610) 5811 8888 | Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast: (8610) 5927 8888 | Beijing Marriott Hotel West: (8610) 5993 6699 | JW Marriott Hotel Beijing: (8610) 5908 6688 | The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing: (8610) 5908 8888 | Renaissance Beijing Hotel: (8610) 6468 9999 | Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel: (8610) 5863 8888 | Renaissance Tianjin Hotel: (8622) 2302 6888 | Renaissance Tianjin TEDA Hotel & Convention Centre: (8622) 6621 8888.
Refreshed New Menu of Summer & Complimentary Blue Abalone
The award-winning Steak Exchange Restaurant & Bar offers not only 200 day, grain-fed, Australia Angus Beef but also seasonal new menus. See the Chef Bill's new creations: Iced Seafood Mountain(RMB128) | Honey Mustard Glazed Stuffed Baby Squid(RMB88) | Slow Baked Beef Short Ribs served with green pepper corn(RMB188). Recently, diners who order any portion of the steak will be given a complimentary blue abalone from New Zealand. Hotline: (8610) 5852 5920 or (8610) 5852 5921. 5th floor InterContinental Beijing Financial Street.
Buy 3, Get the 4th Free
Valid until August 31st, 2009. Purchase three? The fourth one is on us! Invite your family and your friends to experience the best of the world's cosmopolitan culinary creations. Be spoilt for choice with a lavish spread of local and international favourites. For information or reservations please contact (8610) 8599 6666 or ext 6521 or vic@sofitelwandabj.com
Summer
BBQ
Rouse your senses in a relaxing oasis with a sizzling summer BBQ
at The Westin Beijing Financial Street. Relax and renew in our
quaint outdoor Zen garden with a char grilled barbeque. Sample
sizzling premium imported meat, fresh seafood, exquisite sides
and buckets of chilled international beers to match. Every Thursday
and Friday from 6pm to 10pm until 31 September, RMB 228 per person
net plus three international beers or soft drinks. For more information
or reservations, please call (8610) 6629 7815.
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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
Best
Summer Resort-Wulingshan Mountain
Wulingshan Mountain National Nature Reserve features a forest
coverage rate of 93%. With an altitude of 2118 meters, the reserve
keeps an average temperature of 7.6 Celsius degrees all year round
and the average temperature for the hottest days in summer is
only 17.6 Celsius degrees, hence the reserve wins the nickname
of the Cool Island in Northern China. Come here, you will be closer
to nature and find peace in your mind away from the complicated
world affairs. Transportation: Take JingMi Bus to Miyun from Dongzhimen
Bus Stop, then transfer to a long distance coach to Dongxiaobaiqi
and get off at Heiguancun, Caojialu, Xingchengzi Town. For more
details, please call (8610) 8102 2498 or contact your preferred
travel agencies.
Beijing
Kaixing Aviation Service
As a professional air ticket agent, we've established solid relations
with more than 50 airline companies both in and out of China.
With our sincere and fast service as well as competitive price,
we've been long trusted by our clients. Besides, our dedicated
staff is always ready to serve with their great passion. We are
now able to provide you the latest and most accurate air ticket
information and airfare. For international air tickets please
call (8610) 8409 8008, for domestic air ticket (8610) 8409 8955
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Education |
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The
British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National
Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's
educational approach arises out of the best practices found in
British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results,
respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular
programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications
and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School
of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents,
teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's
success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged
etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn
or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.
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Health & Fitness |
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Neisen Daola Fitness Center
Boasting a business area of up to 1000 square meters, Neisen Daola
Fitness Center is a leisure club focusing on gyms and exercises
with appliances. Our refined indoor design creates a peaceful
atmosphere that stimulates the desire for sports. We have four
separate areas of water bar, appliance zone, gym hall and dressing
room and over 1000 members. We offer many kinds of courses, including
Yoga, Ballet, Latin dance and more. All our coaches are well trained
and work with a professional certificate. If you have any inquiries
on health and fitness you are welcome to call us at (8610) 6599
2238
Beijing Yinghuang Medical Beauty Clinic
Approved by China's Ministry of Health, Yinghuang Medical Beauty
Clinic is a professional beauty solution provider based in Beijing.
We have such classified services as medical beauty, beauty surgery
and skin beauty and we are especially good at breasts surgery,
face lifting and eye bag removal. We offer 24-hour free consulting
service and pay due respect to patients' privacy by arranging
special personnel to offer whole distance care to them. Address:
2F, Jinyu Plaza, Changchunjie, Xicheng District TEL (8610) 6356
3877
Nuoya
Dental
A small and delicate dental clinic, we provide professional dental
care service with the latest dental technology of Switzerland
and the United States. Due to our expertise, we've attracted a
number of celebrities as our clients. Featured services: dental
beauty, porcelain crown and all-ceramic. Address: 28F, Block B,
Inzone, Dongcheng District, Beijing TEL (8610) 8454 9939 |
Relocations |
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Beijing Sitong Hongyuan Relocation Service
A professional relocation service provider in Beijing, we have
a group of experienced and well trained staff who are skilled
in moving and delivering your furniture and other precious pieces.
We’ve entered long term cooperation with many a company and government
department in Beijing and have won wide acclaim with our speedy,
efficient and high quality service. Luxury relocation package:
CNY1200, economical relocation package: CNY1000. For details about
us please dial (8610) 6288 1643.
Ant
Home Moving
As one of the oldest home moving service providers in the Chinese
capital, Ant Home Moving is specialized in home moving, transportation
and related services. Our service ranges from the complicated
hoisting and erection to air-conditioner maintenance and tube
installation. Currently we have more than 80 vehicles of various
types and over 100 employees to cater your demand. We promise
to provide you the most efficient and fast service at reasonable
prices. Booking hotline: (8610) 6281 8736
Your
Own Home Moving Company-Beijing Zhongyou
Beijing Zhongyou Home Moving is a modern company whose businesses
integrate home moving, goods delivery and logistics. With over
100 dedicated staff and more than 70 trucks of different sizes,
we can help you move around town most cost-effectively. We have
branches across the city to offer you the most convenient service.
Starting price: CNY180. TEL (8610) 8238 8166 |
Jobs |
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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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Lugguage & Household Articles Deposit Service
Are you worried that you don't have an extra room to keep all
your extra belongings and furniture? Do you need a special agent
to help you keep your things when you go abroad or when you are
on holiday or changing an apartment? We can provide you a satisfying
solution! With a complete and efficient management mechanism,
we can make you rest assured of all your belongings while you
are away. Service hotline: (8610) 6573 8155
Coleclub
Provides You Chinese "Filipino Domestic Workers"
Coleclub is a membership organization providing professional housekeeping
service. All of our service assistants have undergone health check-up
and ID authentication. They are well trained and have insurance.
Over 40% of them are graduates of college or above. Meanwhile,
special personnel are available to be responsible for the reception
and tracking of foreign clients. Featured service (just for foreigners):
nannies, baby-sitter, housekeeping, tutor, hourly-worker, day-care,
housemaid. Address: Room G-3B, Just Make Building, No. 55 XingFuCunZhong
Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL (8610) 6416 3283
Beijing
Ocean Times Translation Service
Ocean Times Translation Service is a professional translation
and interpretation company in Beijing. Boasting in excess of several
hundred university teachers, professionals of different trades,
top-notch freelancers and overseas returnees as our core translators
and revisers, and an extensive and high caliber translator pool
comprising several thousand talented individuals in more than
50 languages covering most fields, we can deliver a fast and high
quality translation and interpretation service to you. Add: Room
907, 9th floor, Building D2 "Tian-Chuang-Shi-Yuan" Building
Complex, 314 Huizhongbeili, ChaoYang District, Beijing TEL (8610)
6480 4521 |
Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibitions |
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Job Fair
August 1-2, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0223
The 24th FISM World Magic Conference
July 26-31, China National Convention Center TEL (8610) 6499 1899
Beijing Imported Automobile Expo 2009
July 28-August 2, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6633
Fake Authenticity-Wu Mingzhong Solo Exhibition
August 9-22, Today Art Gallery TEL (8610) 5862 1100 ext. 612
"Another Journey Of Youth" Liu Chunhai Solo Exhibition
August 15-September 10 (close on Mondays), Pata Gallery TEL (8610) 6433 5120
Art Exhibit: "Exhibiting At The One Hundred Years' Anniversary Of Abstract Painting"
July 24-August 23, Pifo New Art Space TEL (8610) 5978 9562
"Famous Paintings From Past Generations"
This exhibition features painting works collected by the Central Academy of Fine Arts of China.
July 22-August 27, Central Academy of Fine Arts of China TEL (8610) 6527 7991
"Denying Of The Denying Of Traditions" Art Exhibition
July 11-August 10, Shumu Contemporary Art Space TEL (8610) 6433 4216
Wang Changkai Oil Painting Exhibition
Yunfeng Gallery presents the latest oil painting of Wang Changkai to pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of the People's Republic of China.
July 25-August 9, Yunfeng Gallery TEL (8610) 6523 3320
"Talk" Cross-straight Contemporary Art Exhibition 2009
July 23-August 13, National Art Museum Of China TEL (8610) 6401 7076
"Ideal Nation" Jiang Yongjie Solo Exhibition
July 18-August 18, Yang Gallery TEL (8610) 5137 4003
Classic Found-Found Museum Collections
Featuring art works of Andy Warhol, Arman, Cesar, Salvador Dali, Charles Matton and Rodin.
July 5-August 2, Found Museum TEL (8610) 6433 7617
The Dimensions Of Double Images: Contemporary Young Artist Group Exhibition
Artists Mu Lei, Tao Damin, Zhong Shan, Jiang Miao, Zhao Mei and many more bring their works on the show.
July 4-31, New Age Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9282
Reflect-Focus Art Exhibition
May 28-September 6, Dun Gallery TEL (8610) 8042 2396
China Agriculture Museum Picture Exhibition
June 1-September 30, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6502 5798
Domus Collection
Works of Anish Kapoor, Dingyi, Gao Yeling and many others will be selected for the show to promote cross-culture exchange.
May 18-July 31, White Space Beijing TEL (8610) 8456 2054
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Theater & Performances |
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The Cross-Strait Peace Symphony Orchestra Summer Tour Performance
The Cross-Strait Peace Symphony Orchestra, a newly founded orchestra by Taiwan's New Aspect Cultural and Educational Foundation and China's State Symphony Development Foundation with the aim of promoting peace between the Taiwan Strait, kick off its tour performance in Beijing on July 27 before it moves on to Shanghai, Guangzhou and Taiwan. Tickets selling for RMB80-500.
7:30pm, July 27. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Colorful Childhood-Children's Choir On World's Famous Songs
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 27. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Wang Zheng Guzheng Concert
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 28. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Concert On Bach Piano Works
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, July 28. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Kunqu Opera: The Peony Pavilion
By Northern Kunqu Opera Theatre. Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 29. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Musical: "Why Should I Love You"
A production of the award-winning producer Xiao Ke. Tickets selling for RMB100-800.
7:30pm, July 29-August 1. Century Theatre TEL (8610) 6466 4808
Dance Drama: The Rain Of Flowers Along The Silk Road
Presented by Gansu Dance Drama & Opera Ensemble, "The Rain of Flowers along the Silk Road" is a six-act drama set in the Tang Dynasty of China. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, July 29-August 2. NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Happy Piano Family-Pianist Wu Ying's Concert
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 30. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Peking Opera: Sister Jiang
One of the best-known "red classics" in China, Sister Jiang centers around the story of a revolutionary who dies in Chongqing at the hands of the Kuomintang in 1949. The classic is presented in the form of Peking opera this time. Tickets selling for RMB80-2080.
7:30pm, July 30. Meilanfang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1211
Dunhuang Night-National Youth Guzheng Recital Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, July 30. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Beijing International Guzheng Musical Festival Featuring Xie Tianxiao
Tickets selling for RMB60.
7:30pm, July 31. The Football Venue, north of Beijing Olympic Center TEL (8610) 6491 2233
Concert Of European Symphony Masterpieces
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 31. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
The Sovereign's Night
Song and dance party presented by China Oriental Song and Dance Ensemble to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of People's Republic of China. Tickets selling for RMB180-1680.
7:30pm, July 31-August 1. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6935
"Painful Belief" The King Is Back
Painful Belief, one of representatives of Chinese rock will rock the Chinese capital this week. Don't miss it if you are a rock fan. RMB50.
7:30pm, August 1. The Football Venue, north of Beijing Olympic Center TEL (8610) 6491 2233
Audio-Visual Concert Of Symphonic And Wind Music
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, August 1. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Fairy Peking Opera: Fish And The Fisherman
Tickets selling for RMB50/100.
7:30pm, August 1-2. Oriental Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6559 7394
Children's Drama: "The Wizard of Oz"
Tickets selling for RMB100-700.
7:30pm, August 1-2. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026
Bilingual Magical Puppet: Little Red Riding Hood
Tickets selling for RMB80-125.
7:30pm, August 1-8. China Puppet Theatre TEL (8610) 6425 4847
Supreme Magic-Beijing International Magic Conference Masters Performance
Tickets selling for RMB80-1480.
7:30pm, August 1-8. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383
Beijing Ocean Sands Carnival 2009
Tickets selling for RMB50/80/100.
7:30pm, August 1-31. Chaoyang Park TEL (8610) 6507 9898
Concert By Famous Artists To Celebrate The 60th Anniversary Of The Founding Of P.R.C
Tickets selling for RMB180-680.
7:30pm, August 2. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Concert By The Military Band Of PLA
Tickets selling for RMB180-580.
7:30pm, August 2. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Liu Shikun Piano Recital Concert
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, August 2. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
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Monday, July 27, 2009
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Inn Monthly Meeting
Come to join the meeting to learn how to appreciate and collect Chinese contemporary art. Admission fee RMB40 includes coffee, tea and pastries.
10am-12pm. The Capital Club Athletic Center TEL (8610) 8486 2225 ext. 136
The Cross-Strait Peace Symphony Orchestra Summer Tour Performance
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Colorful Childhood-Children's Choir On World's Famous Songs
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Martini Mondays
All Martinis RMB20 after 8pm. Danger Doyle's TEL (8610) 6591 3337
Lunch Bunch
We'll head to the Italian Restaurant Assaggi to enjoy delicious salads, pasta, homemade bread. The group will be departing at 12pm from Capital Mansion Athletic Center and walk over to Sanlitun. RMB60 per person.
Assaggi TEL (8610) 8445 5408
Pub Quiz
Come test your brain with our wine specials all night.
7:30pm. The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
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Wang Zheng Guzheng Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Concert On Bach Piano Works
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Tuesday Double Take
All Pizza buy one get one free after 5pm. Danger Doyle's TEL (8610) 6591 3337
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, July 29, 2009
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2009 Barclays Asia Trophy Tournament
Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399
Kunqu Opera: The Peony Pavilion
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Salsa Party
No door ticket. All beers and cocktails buy one get one free. Featuring mixed Latin-Salsa/Bachata/Merengue/ChaCha/LatinJazz/Reggeaton/Salsaton/Techno Latino....
9pm. PAWPAW TEL (8610) 6500 7827
Frank's Quiz
RMB20. 8pm. Frank's Place TEL (8610) 6437 8399
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, July 30 2009
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Pay Tribute To Lacrimosa
RMB40/50. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
2009 Barclays Asia Trophy Tournament
Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399
Happy Piano Family-Pianist Wu Ying's Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Peking Opera: Sister Jiang
7:30pm. Meilanfang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1211
Dunhuang Night-National Youth Guzheng Recital Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
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, July 31, 2009
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DEJ-Digital Entertainment De-Night Party
8pm-2am. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Beijing International Guzheng Musical Festival Featuring Xie Tianxiao
7:30pm. The Football Venue, north of Beijing Olympic Center TEL (8610) 6491 2233
2009 Barclays Asia Trophy Tournament
Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399
Space Castle
RMB90. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Concert Of European Symphony Masterpieces
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Alfa 80's Night
Join us every Friday night for best from the 80's! Rock out with the infamous Side B, the Spinster, Vinyl Richie and the strut of Sweet FA. No cover charge and free selected cocktail for ladies from 8 to 11pm. Drink special: Shooters: 8 for RMB100.
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday, August 1, 2009
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Anzas-Grand Opening Party
2pm open door, event starts at 3pm. RMB50 at door.
Block 8 TEL (8610) 6400 1770
Wang Xiaokun New Album Release Concert
RMB80/100/160. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
"Painful Belief" The King Is Back
7:30pm. The Football Venue, north of Beijing Olympic Center TEL (8610) 6491 2233
Audio-Visual Concert Of Symphonic And Wind Music
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Back To The Basics
The Basic Ingredients for a Party: Groovy Tunes + Ladies Drink Free (All Night)=Alfa Saturdays! Free entry.
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Sunday, August 2, 2009
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Concert By Famous Artists To Celebrate The 60th Anniversary Of The Founding Of P.R.C
7:30pm. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Liu Shikun Piano Recital Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Happy Bubbles Night
Mumm 750ml (Brut/ Rose); Moet 750ml (Brut/ Rose); Veuve Clicquot Brut 750ml; NO.1 Bulle de Blanquette 750ml are all buy one get one free.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6538 2349 ext. 202
Concert By The Military Band Of PLA
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
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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Supercoppa Italiana TIM 2009
The Supercoppa Italiana (Italian Super Cup) is a pre-season football competition held the week before the season begins in Italy every year. It is contested by the winners of the Serie A and the Coppa Italia in the previous season, as a curtain raiser to the new season. Tickets: RMB180-2880. August 8. National Stadium TEL (8610) 6498 3591
InMusic Festival 2009
InMusic Festival will be held on a piece of land measuring 1500 mu, which is equal to two and a half of the size of the Tian'an Men Square. Acclaimed as the coolest music festival of summer, the event will be a gathering of top bands both home and abroad, bringing a large variety of music including rock, pop, folk, electron, rap and more. Date: August 7-8. Address: Zhangbei Grassland in Hebei province. Ticket: RMB80/day; RMB135/2 days, RMB160/3 days. For more details please contact (8610) 5870 0215
Ballet Performance By Long Beach Ballet Arts Center
Established in 1956, Long Beach Ballet Arts Center is a classical dance institution from the United States. The group will deliver their first ever performance to Beijing. Tickets selling for RMB60-800. 7:30pm, August 9. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383
In Bass We Trust
Watch as the Crew of "In Bass We Trust" transforms China Doll 3.3 into an unbelievable space of sound scape and eye candy. You won't believe your eyes or ears, until you see it and feel it for your self! Mind blowing visuals that have never been seen in a Beijing party before by three different V.J.'s working at the same time to melt your brain and ignite your imagination! We will pump up the sound to chest crushing levels of Bass. We will also have awesome little lasers by the Eye Surgeon, piercing the night air and leaving you with a sense of new vision! August 14. ChinaDoll TEL 158 0140 2188
Stefanie Sun Beijing Concert
Stefanie Sun, an award-winning Singaporean singer-songwriter who has sold over 10 million records all across Asia since the release of her debut album in 2000, will perform at the Workers' Stadium in Beijing on August 15 as part of her world tour. Tickets selling for RMB180-1580. 7:30pm, August 15. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399
Grammy Queen MYA
God has given MYA too much: a sweet and young looks, a body which is sexy enough to board the cover of "Penthouse". She is a famous R & B Female Artist on pop music with both beauty and talent in the United States. On August 21, the Tang Club will feature hot dancers, red and sexy lips, slender legs under the black mesh stockings. No one will want to miss out this event. 9pm-4am. Tang Club TEL (8610) 6500 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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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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