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Hotel Deals

Where Inspiring Comforts Meet Tranquil Shores
You demand the best from everything you do, so demand the best for your next holiday. Located between cosmopolitan Shanghai and historical Suzhou, Kunshan has long been home to the famous delicacy, Hairy Crab. Nestled on pristine shores, Fairmont Yangcheng Lake, Kunshan is a legendary oasis to be explored. Slow down your steps and relax in the natural surroundings with our "Inspiring Autumn" package, starting from RMB1,198* per night. For more details, please call (86 512) 5780 0888 or visit www.fairmont.com/Yangchenglake

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.

Smart Enough to Make The Weekends Enjoyable
Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu presents "Happy Holiday, Happy Valley" weekend family package at only RMB1399 from 25 September, 2009 to 28 February, 2010. The package features 2 nights stay at Superior Room in Holiday Inn with breakfast up to 3 persons, Chengdu Happy Valley family tickets and scheduled shuttle bus transfer. Holiday Inn Century City Chengdu is located in the prime district of Chengdu with a 10-minute drive from Chengdu's city centre and 20-minute from Chengdu International Airport. For more information and reservations, please contact: (8628) 8534 8888 or email to: reservation.chengdu@ihgcd-jzg.com

Hotel Kunlun October Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Autumn Room rate promotion. A great price gets you a room with complimentary broadband internet, fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room: RMB 1180 net inclusive of breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB 1380 net inclusive of breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1580 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

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 December, 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.

Tropical Escape, Package Starts from RMB1180 Per Room Per Night
Scorching summer heat, pollution and traffic of a city or the private and exclusive beach, palm trees, blue skies, azure waters of the South China Sea, tropical gardens surrounding the lagoon pools at Kempinski Sanya, where would you rather be? Tropical Escape package will help you in making that choice. Please click here for package details. For more information please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com or call us on (86898) 3889 8888.

Ramada Parkside Beijing, the Ideal Choice for Your Business
Discovered the professional conference facilities in central Olympic area that Ramada Parkside Beijing, only five Min's to the "Bird Nest" - the main venue of 2008 Olympic Games by feet, and the hotel extensive meeting and conference facilities including the 324 square meters Grand Ballroom, as well as multi-function rooms. All facilities feature the state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment make this hotel to be the perfect business place just designed for you. Tel: (8610) 6480 9988. Email: reservation@ramadabj.com

So luxury
RMB 1,388* per night: Accommodation in Luxury Room | Complimentary breakfast at VIC restaurant for one person | Complimentary broadband or WI-FI Internet access in guest room | 20% off laundry and dry cleaning | Valid until October 31th, 2009. For information or reservations please call (8610) 8599 6666 ext. 6888 or reservation@sofitelwandabj.com

Free Meetings + Free Nights at The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
The Westin Beijing Chaoyang is offering free day meetings + free 3rd night accommodation. Book with us by 31 October 2009 for your meeting before 31 March 2010. Room rates from RMB800+15% (weekend) and RMB1,000+15% (weekday) onwards (minimum of 10 rooms). Terms and conditions apply. SPP (Starwood Preferred Planner) members can enjoy 2,500 bonus starpoints for every 25 paying rooms confirmed. Add: No. 1 Xinyuan Nan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Tel: (8610) 5922 8888. Email for a quotation at events.chaoyang@westin.com

Value for Your Weekend Stay Offer
Amazing value weekend deal! Receive RMB 1000 credit to spend anywhere at The Westin Beijing Financial Street, from RMB 1000 per room per night. Upgrade and we'll match your room rate with hotel credit, so you can spend even more... For more information or to make a reservation, please call (8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com

Nightlife

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

Beijing PUNK
For those who have not got it together, another big Punk party is on the way. Claimed to be the most authentic Punk Party of Beijing, the party will feature Gum Bleed, who has just returned from their European tour to release their first album Feng Huo Shao Nian. Other famous bands include Trash Cat, Hell City, Misandao and Early Bus. The first 20 people will get the album CD for free. RMB50. 9pm, October 16. MAO Livehouse TEL (8610) 6402 5080

Freshly Ground
South African band Freshly Ground weaves a musical magic that is highly infectious and undeniably groovy. Fronted by the diminutive but dynamic Zolani Mahola, the band incorporates elements of traditional South African music (such as kwela and African folk), blues and jazz, as well as features of indie rock. Buy a ticket will put you in a lucky draw to win a rough diamond worth about $1000 sponsored by the South Africa Embassy in Beijing. RMB100 at door, RMB70 for presale. 9pm, October 14. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

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

Dining Out

Crystal Muslim Fine Dining is Now Open
Showcasing the talents of Egyptian Chef Asmaa, the restaurant will be Beijing's first Muslim restaurant in a five star hotel, and will feature four distinct cuisines: Middle Eastern Arab, Southeast Asian, Chinese, and Western. Each cuisine will be prepared strictly according to Muslim food standards, while the majority of the restaurant's kitchen staff and servers will be believers of the Muslim faith. For further information, kindly contact: (8610) 6590 3388 ext 5503, Hotel Kunlun level 2.

Grill Thrills Unlimited
Choose either the freshest seafood or the finest steak, we will toss it on the grill and serve it hot on your plate. Eat as much as you want! Both offerings include a select appetizer and dessert. Every Saturday 5:30pm - 11:00pm at Grange. Add: Level 2, The Westin Beijing Chaoyang. No. 1 Xinyuan Nan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. For more information and reservation, please call (8610) 5922 8880.

Oktoberfest 2009
Come and enjoy the taste of Munich. From Friday 9 until Sunday 25 October, every day from 6:00pm to 11:00pm at the Oktoberfest tent. Great entertainment by the "Munich Showgirls", the "Donautal Duo" and "Gaudi Max". Join Beijing's greatest party. Only at Paulaner Brauhaus! Opening Hours: 11:00am to 1:00am. Book now to avoid disappointment please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5732 or e-mail us at paulaner.beijing@kempinski.com

Satisfy Your Appetite at VIC
If you are a spicy food connoisseur, VIC will definitely be your number-one choice from October 26th to November 1st, 2009. Renowned Chef Paul Zhang from Sofitel Chengdu will pamper you with authentic Sichuan Cuisine. Chef's recommendations are "Sauteed Chicken with Chilli", "Sauteed Poached Pork with Leek, Black Bean Paste and Chilli" and "Boiled Mandarin Fish in Spicy Sauce". Win one of the numerous lucky draw prizes and extend the Magnifique experience! For information or reservations please contact (8610) 8599 6666 ext. 6521 or vic@sofitelwandabj.com

Hairy Crab
Hairy crabs from Yangcheng Lake have a distinctive taste when steamed ands prepared with Remy Martin brandy. Feast on the delight of the season in a unique way this autumn at The Horizon Chinese Restaurant from 12 October till 6 December, 2009. For more information or reservations, please call (8610) 6561 8833 ext. 41. For more hotel dining information, please click here.

Hats Off 2009
Internationally renowned chefs and culinary superstars: Mark Best, Peter Kuruvita, Alvin Leung, and Stephane Tremblay, showcase their talents in the epicurean event of the year on 5 November 2009. RMB2009 per person including an eight course set menu paired with fine wines. To purchase or reserve tickets please call (8610) 6629 7803 or email f&b.beijing@westin.com

Travel Information

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

Agrilandia Italian Farm
Agrilandia Italian Farm is set in a piece of 210-mu land, including a 100-mu model organic plantation which hosts over 60 kinds of fruit and vegetables from Italy. Guests are invited to visit the plantation, where they can learn about Italian fruits and trees and farming skills or just enjoy picking the fruit. Individuals are also welcome to come and buy fruits or plant saplings. In addition to the plantation crops, the farm workshop also produces typical Italian fare, including fine cheeses, wine and grappa. Besides the food, the farm also owns farm-style hotel, conference center and such entertainment as soccer venue and beach volleyball venue. Reservation hotline (8610) 6940 7650

Zhuyuan International Travel Service-Your Professional Travel Guide
Zhuyuan International Travel Service is a professional international travel service provider approved by China National Tourism Administration. Each year we provide qualified service to more than 80000 inbound tourists and 15000 domestic tourists. To better meet our tourists' demand, we have launched a number of routes to South East Asia, Macau, New Zealand, the United States and many other popular destinations. We can also facilitate your trip by providing you hotel booking and visa consulting services in addition to travel information releases. 6-day trip to Fiji: RMB13600 per person. Special price 5-day trip to Hong Kong and Macau: RMB2100 per person. For quotes on more routes please contact us at (8610) 8683 5450


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Education

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.

Health & Fitness
Careplus Dentist Center
Careplus Dentist Center is the first branding oral-cavity therapeutic center aiming to urban white collars in Beijing. Since the opening in 2003, we have been keeping to bringing the top-grade quality to every detail including hardware environment and software service, and are the first to introduce the CIS system for application in big enterprises, and make the quality of each detail best from ideas to service. Open hours 9:00-18:00. Add: 3F, Building Digital 01, Bing No.12 on Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District TEL 400 888 0580

Shu Yuan Hui
Blending classic Chinese culture with the French noble feeling, Shu Yuan Hui is a professional healthcare center featuring great romance and privacy, committed to creating elegant ladies that embody both traditional culture and modern education. We are a paradise for ladies to network and keep well-educated and beautiful. Cash discount (RMB3000-5000) is available from now on till November 25, 2009. Address: 9E, Tower A, Intel Apartment, 28 Xibahexili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6447 6800

Intelligence Fitness Club
Occupying a total area of more than 3000 square meters, Intelligence Fitness Club is a high class fitness club conveniently located in Beijing's Zhongguancun. The Club features world's advanced fitness appliances and offers a large variety of courses to meet members' demand. The Club has six themed training rooms which can hold 250 people. Address: 3F, Intelligence Building, No. 18, Zhongguancun East Road, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8260 1696

Relocations
Jinglei Home Moving Service
Established in 1992, Jinglei Home Moving Company is a professional relocation service provider that offers home moving, office relocation, equipment moving, goods delivery and long and short distance transportation. With a high standard management mechanism and a group of dedicated and well educated staff, we are able to deliver the most excellent service to you. Address: 174 Xitieying, Fengtai District, Beijing TEL (8610) 6358 7219

Timely, Fast, Considerate, Safe-Beijing Yifangda Relocation Company
A professional home moving and express delivery service provider, Yifangda owns many different types of vehicles and branches across town to provide the most convenient service to you. Our featured service: office relocation, storage relocation, furniture dismantling and installing, home moving, express mail service, piano moving, air-conditioner moving. Free cardboard boxes are available. Address: 18 Business Street, Huagong Road, Chaoyang District. Fax: (8610) 8065 8318

Lianxiang Home Moving
Are you tired of moving around? The change of jobs may bring a change in your accommodation? Let us help you deal with all this troublesome moving. With a group of well-trained employees, we are committed to provide qualified moving service to local residents, students, white collar and more. Starting price: RMB220. TEL (8610) 6281 0825

Jobs

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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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.

Services

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H&H Translation Service-A Beijing-based Translation Service Provider For Your Global Business
Founded by highly qualified professionals with international working and living experience, H&H Translation Service is a globally aimed translation company that not only has a team of bilingual or trilingual professionals with advanced educational degrees but also extensive network for foreign clients to use our service easily and conveniently. Address: Room 208, King Hero Apartments, Beijing Development Area. For more details please contact (8610) 6787 0722.

Willsonn Partners
Willsonn Partners is a multi-disciplinary consulting and Certified Public Accounting firm. We are a member of JHI International CPA network with 130 members worldwide in 60 countries. With qualified CPAs, registered tax agent, lawyers and HR consultants and staff strength of 80, we have provided service to over 550 clients, which certainly attest to our quality & solution-providing services. Beijing Office Address: Suite 1033, Jing Xin Building, No. 2 Dong San Huan Bei Lu Jia No.2 Chao Yang District TEL (8610) 8449 2795

Baihuan Housekeeping Service
With more than 100 well-trained service staff, most of whom have been recommended to us by the women's federation of different regions, we are engaged in providing nannies, housekeeping and kids care services. We review our service staff once every three months and rate them according to their performance to ensure they can deliver high quality service to our clients. Service fee: RMB1200-6000. Address: 1106, No. 4 Building, Baihuan Jiayuan, 66, Guangqu Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8773 4600

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibitions

The 12th China International Film & Water Processing Technology And Equipment Exhibition
October 14-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8809 9621

The 4th China International Building Exhibitions
October 14-16, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8809 9621

The 13th International Fireproof Equipment And Technology Exhibition
October 16-19, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

China International Education Exhibition
October 17-18, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6505 2288

Warrior Within-Wang Wen Solo Exhibition
September 19-October 19, New Millennium Gallery TEL (8610) 6432 4122

"Art Beyond Politics"
Documentation exhibition of paintings of Zhang Liguo between 1950 and 1970.
September 19-October 17, CU Space TEL (8610) 5978 9576

"Hollow Man"-Li Wei Solo Exhibition
September 26-October 26, Hanmo Art TEL (8610) 6435 8922

"Adventures"
Asia Art Center (Beijing) is proud to present "Adventures" – Group Exhibition of Emerging Young Artists of the AAC, comprising more than 20 exceptional canvases by Fang Yixiu, Deng Yu, Guo Wen and Jing Zhiyong.
September 19-October 18, Asia Art Center (Beijing) TEL (8610) 5978 9709

Just Paper-Group Exhibition
Featuring artists Wu Yiqiang, Zhang Zhenyu and Zhang Tianzuo.
September 19-October 15, Jiushi Space TEL (8610) 8456 0467

Huang Zhou Painting Exhibition
September 27-October 31, Yanhuang Art Museum TEL (8610) 6491 0909

"World's Face"-Herbert Baker Water Color Painting Exhibition
September 20-November 28, ARTMIA Foundation TEL (8610) 8457 4550

A Colorful Life-Xu Dongrong Solo Exhibition
September 19-October 25, PATA Gallery TEL (8610) 6433 5120

"San Fu"-Hao Qiang, Sheng Tianhong, Wang Yabin Exhibitions
August 29-October 24, East Station Gallery TEL (8610) 5876 9741

Theater & Performances

Beijing Playhouse Presents a Heartwarming Family Christmas Comedy
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge, a comedy by Mark Brown, directed by Michael Gralapp, takes place one year after A Christmas Carol. Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Jacob Marley and the ghosts of Past, Present and Future decide to settle once and for all the true meaning of Christmas. Bah! Humbug! You're out of order! The show runs December 4-27, 2009. For reservations, email performance@beijingplayhouse.com or call Beijing Playhouse's box office at 137 1890 8922.

Chamber Music Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-150.
7:30pm, October 12, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006

Concerto Classics-Pinchas Zukerman With China Philharmonic Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB80-180.
7:30pm, October 13, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Mixed Program From Stuttgart Ballet
Tickets selling for RMB120-800.
7:30pm, October 13. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Strings And Keyboard Collective-Chamber Music II
Tickets selling for RMB50-680.
7:30pm, October 14, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006

New York's Bang on a Can New Contemporary Works
Tickets selling for RMB50-150.
7:30pm, October 15, Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308

Acrobatics "Hua Mu Lan"
7:30pm, October 15-16, Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6170

Sound Of Finland-Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-150.
7:30pm, October 16, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006

Anton Kuerti Piano Recital
Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, October 16, Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308

Burn The Floor 2009 Wolrd Tour
Since its debut in 1998, Burn The Floor has become the biggest touring dance show in the world and has since performed in such prestigious venues as the Royal Albert Hall in London, Radio City Music Hall in New York and the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The dance performance brings to life all styles of dance on stage, including the samba, salsa, the elegance of the waltz, the rumba, tango, and the dynamic energy of swing and jive. Tickets selling for RMB180-1680.
7:30pm, October 16, The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6156

Mavis Fan Beijing Concert 2009
Tickets selling for RMB180-900.
7:30pm, October 16, Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383

Drama "Rhinoceros In Love"
"Rhinoceros In Love" tells the story of how a man insanely loves a woman who loves another guy. In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB20-200.
7:30pm, October 16-18, PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 7627

The Pirates Of Penzance
The Pirates of Penzance or The Slave of Duty, is a comic opera in two acts, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert. Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, October 17, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

German Radio Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
Tickets selling for RMB100-600.
7:30pm, October 17-18, NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Shanbei Song & Dance "Shan Dan Dan"
This song & dance drama is performed in the form of Xintianyou, a popular music genre in northern Shaanxi. Tickets selling for RMB80-380.
7:30pm, October 17-18, NCPA Theatre Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

Vladimir Ashkenazy & Sydney Symphony Orchestra Beijing Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-180.
7:30pm, October 18, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Yang Kun Beijing Concert 2009
Tickets selling for RMB180-1000.
7:30pm, October 18, Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383

Peking Opera Performance Commemorating The 115th Anniversary Of The Birth Of Mei Lanfang
7:30pm, October 18-19, Meilanfang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288

Film: The Message
A spy themed film directed by Gao Qunshu and Chen Guofu, starring Zhou Xun, Li Bingbing, Zhang Hanyu, Huang Xiaoming, Wang Zhiwen, Su Youpeng and Yingda. In Mandarin.
Wanda International Cinema (8610) 5960 3399
Capital Cinema (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema (8610) 6404 2159

Weekly Calendar

Monday, October 12, 2009
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Chamber Music Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006

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

Tuesday, October 13, 2009
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Hope Tunes Series Of Charity Concerts (Vol. 2)
Huang Shaofeng, a member of Radio Mars, and his musician friends are organizing a series of charity concerts at Yugong Yishan. All the ticket fee profits will be donated to New Hope Foundation, which provides care and medical treatment for abandoned babies with surgically correctable deformities. RMB100/RMB70 for presale. 9pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

Concerto Classics-Pinchas Zukerman With China Philharmonic Orchestra
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Mixed Program From Stuttgart Ballet
7:30pm. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987

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, October 14, 2009
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The Strikers
South Korean punk band The Strikers comes to Beijing as part of their China tour. Special guests: Larry's Pizza, Dude and Children's Sky. RMB50/RMB40 for presale. 8pm. MAO Livehouse TEL (8610) 6402 5080

Strings And Keyboard Collective-Chamber Music II
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006

College Students' Night
Students with a certificate can enjoy all kinds of special wines and mixture drinks for only RMB160 from 9:30pm till midnight. 9pm. Bling Club TEL (8610) 5905 6999

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, October 15, 2009
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New York's Bang on a Can New Contemporary Works
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308

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, October 16, 2009
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War God Is Back-Percussion Night
RMB50/60/120/300. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Sound Of Finland-Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006

Anton Kuerti Piano Recital
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308

Burn The Floor 2009 Wolrd Tour
7:30pm. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6156

Mavis Fan Beijing Concert 2009
7:30pm. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383

8-Piece US3 Live-Band Raising The Temperature
The mastermind behind Us3, London based producer Geoff Wilkinson and a perpetually changing collective of up and coming musicians make up this ever pioneering jazz/hip-hop hybrid. Don't miss the 8-piece Us3 live-band raising the temperature at Yugong Yishan on October 16. RMB200/RMB150 for presale. 9pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

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, October 17, 2009
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Monokino & Supermarket
Monokino brings together the artistic visions of three musicians from different worlds - George van Wetering from Holland, Yu Jin, former member of Cobra, first all-women rock band in Beijing and Frans van Gastel from Holland). They will jointly bring their new sound, spiced up in a rather kitschy way with a combination of melodious high pitched vocals, static keyboard, rock guitar and electronic/acoustic drum segments. RMB50. 9pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

Pure
This is a night of PURE glamour, PURE luxury, and PURE BLING. 9pm-late. RMB200 includes free flow PURE drinks all night!
Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 138 1055 7239

The Pirates Of Penzance
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

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, October 18, 2009
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We Are All Female Vocals
Featuring G-11, Tangguo Guaishou, Longjin, WangYouHU and Airbag. RMB40. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Vladimir Ashkenazy & Sydney Symphony Orchestra Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Yang Kun Beijing Concert 2009
7:30pm. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383

Sunday BBQ
A chilled-out day of food, fun and drinks with an endless flow of mojitos, margaritas, wines and draught beer, plus a barbecue. 3pm-7pm. RMB168/person. Xiu TEL (8610) 8567 1108

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

Upcoming Events

British Charity Ball 2009: 'Get It On' at GLAM!
The annual British Charity Ball is a premier event on the Beijing circuit, which brings together an international mix of people for a night of fun and fundraising. Free-flow bar, music and entertainment from 7pm-3am. Glam Rock's best anthems played by Big City Beat. 4-course dinner, midnight snacks and the infamous 'Survivors Breakfast' from 2am to 4am - a full English fry-up and dim sum treats. Raffle Prizes including return air tickets, luxury hotel stays and spa treatments. Fantastic auction prizes including a signed Lang Lang Steinway piano and signed sports memorabilia etc. In 2009, proceeds from the event will be going to our chosen charities, UNICEF and the Peng Cheng School for the Mentally Disabled. With our Early Bird discount, table bookings paid for before Friday, September 18, 2009, can receive one ticket for free, saving RMB 980! Tables seat a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 12 persons. Saturday, October 24, 2009, Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing; RMB 980/person. Contacts: Pauline Jin - britishball@gmail.com or (8610) 8532 1720.

Laughs-o-rama Hit The Northern Capital Yet Again With ChopSchticks
Laughs-o-rama hit the Northern Capital yet again with ChopSchticks at 9:00pm on Saturday, October 24 at Block 8 in Chaoyang West Gate! Headliner Dennis Regan performs with top opening act Ryan Conner in what is sure to rock the house! One of the premier comedians in the business, Dennis epitomizes clever comedy making him a hit with any audience! Based in New York City, Ryan is a regular at most of the major clubs on the East Coast and is one of the top up-and-coming comedians working today! RMB290 at the door, RMB220 in advance up until Thursday October 22. For tix call 158 1026 1614 now!

Yellow
Yellow is a monthly night featuring Ben Huang and a selection of guest DJs, offering electro-downbeat to funky minimal and groove. Friends and good drinks make the experience just that much more enjoyable. RMB30. 9pm, October 21, Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

Children Of Bodum Beijing Concert
Children of Bodom is a Finnish heavy metal band that has 6 studio albums, two live albums, two EPs and one DVD to their name. Their musical genre is labeled as everything from melodic death metal and black metal, to thrash metal and progressive metal. RMB350/550/880. 8pm, October 22. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Beyonce' "I Am"
This concert will mark Beyonce' first full-length concert since 2007's sold-out The Beyonce Experience. Tickets selling for RMB288-1688. 7:30pm, October 23. Wukesong Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6821 0153

Maximillian Hecker China Tour Beijing Concert
German musician Maximilian Hecker stops in Beijing as part of the China tour. Tickets selling for RMB80-280. 7:30pm, October 30. National Library Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6841 9263

Happy Girl Beijing Concert
Tickets selling for RMB180-780. 7:30pm, October 30. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6506 3399

Yen Festish Halloween Party
Beijing's biggest, boldest and sexiest Halloween bash with wicked music from Beijing's top DJs, including Mickey Zhang, Blackie, Usami, Yang Bing and Dio, great sound & lighting, reasonably priced drinks and the craziest crowd in town - making it the default destination for Halloween revelry. Feel free to let your costume fantasies run wild and don your most debauched, naughty and nice outfits for a wild night of free expression in the legendary 706 Factory in 798 district. With plenty of space for you and all your freakiest friends, this is the Halloween party all others in town are measured against. Limited early bird ticket: RMB50; advanced booking: RMB80; at the door: RMB150 (incl. one drink). Saturday, October 31. 706 Factory. For more info please contact 136 7130 4233

Community Announcements

Charity 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!

YPHHThe 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.

New Public Health Website For Beijingers
An American family doctor has created a free public health guide to health and wellness for expats in Beijing and other China cities. The website, at MyHealthBeijing.com, focuses on wellness, illness and resources. Come and check for the information you need.

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 Men's and Junior's Football Leagues and Academies Are All Now Underway Across Beijing and Tianjin
Autumn listings for Junior academies are now online with places still available for new students. And a brand new programme at MSB (Shunyi) has just been announced starting on October 10th with still time to sign up! ClubFootball soccer coaching programmes are for boys and girls of all levels aged 4 to 18. If you would like to register email coaching3@wanguoqunxing.com or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for more info. Classes are held after school, at weekends and during holidays. Courses are designed and delivered in a fun and friendly environment.

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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