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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.
 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.
 Ramada
Parkside Beijing, the Ideal Choice for Your Business
Discovered the professional conference facilities in central Olympic
area that Ramada Parkside Beijing, in walking distance to the
"Bird Nest"- the main venue of 2008 Olympic Games. It
is neighbored by the facilities including Beijing International
Convention Center, China National Convention Center, China Science
& Technology Museum, Beijing Conference Center, and very close
to Zhong-Guan-Cun, Wang-Jing and Shang-Di high tech industrial
park. The hotel extensive meeting 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
 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
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 Nightlife |
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|  Centro
6th Anniversary Bash with Big City Beat
For five consecutive nights from 27 to 31 October 2009, Centro
celebrates its sixth anniversary with Big City Beat, Australia's
top party band. The 10-piece band is back by popular demand to
create another Centro-style glamour with stunning costumes, sizzling
choreography and an impressive repertoire. A different programme
is featured every night from Tuesday to Saturday, including the
1960s, 1970s, 1980s, mega star show and fashion show，and Halloween
night. No cover charge for the party nights. For more information
or reservations, please call (8610) 6561 8833 ext. 42. For more
hotel dining information, please click
here.
 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
 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!
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 Dining Out |
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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
 Spooky
Summit Club Halloween
Scare those ghouls and goblins away this Halloween, when
you indulge in a taste of spooky goodness at the Summit Club.
A bite of delicious Devil's Incantation Truffle with Watercress
Bisque, a sweet taste of Satan Returns Halloween Pumpkin Pie...
Who's afraid of the dark?! Halloween Set Menu Dates: 26 - 31 October,
lunch & dinner. Set Menu Price: RMB666 +15%, contact the Summit
Club at (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5406, located on level 29 of Hotel
Kunlun.
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 |
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Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle
East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central
Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information,
please visit www.thy.com or call
us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or
click here
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 |
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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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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
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 Relocations |
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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
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 Jobs |
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| Check
for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Full-time Math
And Science Teacher Wanted
Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time
teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in
the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic
native english speaker preferably with previous experience in
teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or
international schools. Applicant must have a University degree
and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested
can email us at dalwya@gmail.com. |
 Services |
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Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial,
Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting
& financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting:
Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth
Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation,
Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management:
Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business
Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com
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Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
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 |
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Beijing
International Wind Power Conference & Exhibition
October 21-23, China International Exhibition Center (New Venue)
TEL (8610) 8460 0000
The 14th China International
Laser-Photoelectron Display Products Exhibition
October 21-23, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8809 9621
The 6th China International
Tea Exposition
October 22-25, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610)
6505 2288
China International
Digital City Construction Technology & Equipment Exposition
And Seminar
October 22-24, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8809 9621
Beijing International
Beauty, Hairdressing, Cosmetics & Medical SPA Expo 2009
October 22-24, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8809 9621
China Beijing International
Furniture & Wood Machinery Exhibition
October 22-24, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610)
8809 9621
Visual Temperature-Cao
Hui Solo Exhibition
September 25-October 25, Pifo New Art TEL (8610) 5978 9562
Art Exhibition: "Create
A China Dream-Chinese Elements In New Arts"
October 10-November 2, Star Gallery TEL (8610) 8456 0591
"Not In Reality"
Young Sculptors Invitation Exhibition
29 Chinese young sculptors bring their works to the show.
October 2-25, Zero Field TEL (8610) 8456 5808
"Marilyn 12"
- Lawrence Schiller Solo Exhibition
LAN Beijing and F2 Gallery exhibit the famous "Marilyn 12"
photo series by Lawrence Schiller.
October 23-November 22, F2 Gallery TEL (86) 150 1152 7797
"Living Elsewhere"
Art Exhibition
The exhibition showcases the photos, paintings and sculpture of
three artists of Lukas Birk, Lu Pei and Yan Shilin to explore
the living status of the individual life in the contemporary Chinese
society.
October 17-December 31, Dun Gallery TEL (8610) 8042 2395
China Realism
An exhibition organized to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the
founding of the People's Republic of China.
October 26-November 10, National Art Museum Of China TEL (8610)
6401 2252
"Hollow Man"-Li
Wei Solo Exhibition
September 26-October 26, Hanmo Art TEL (8610) 6435 8922
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 |
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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.
Mendelssohn
Music Week-To Mendelssonhn's World Concert
Tickets selling for RMB80-500.
7:30pm, October 19, NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Howell Girls Choir Wales
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, October 19, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Piano Recital By The 13th Van Cliburn International
Piano Competition Gold Medal Winner
Tickets selling for RMB50-150.
7:30pm, October 19, Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308
Opera "Appealing Tibet"
Tickets selling for RMB20-380.
7:30pm, October 19-21, Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6170
A Piano Master Of Musical Poise-Gary Graffman
Recital
Tickets selling for RMB80-180.
7:30pm, October 20, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Peking Opera Performance To Commemorate The 115th
Anniversary Of The Birth Of Mei Lanfang
Tickets selling for RMB80-2080.
7:30pm, October 20, Meilanfang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288
Pipe Organ Concert By Georges Athanasiades
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, October 20, NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
All For One Opera-Star Version Of Yueju Opera
"The Butterfly Lovers"
Tickets selling for RMB100-580.
7:30pm, October 20-21, NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987
World Famous Soprano Kiri Te Kanawa
Tickets selling for RMB180-880.
7:30pm, October 21, NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Drama "I Love Peach Blossom"
In Chinese dialogues. Tickets selling for RMB80-380.
7:30pm, October 21-November 1, NCPA Small Theatre TEL (8610) 6655
0987
Classic Peking Opera Collection of Maestro Mei
Lanfang
Tickets selling for RMB100-800.
7:30pm, October 22, NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Southern Utah Traditional Choral Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, October 22, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
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
Tommy Emmanuel Guitar Concert
Tickets selling for RMB20-150.
7:30pm, October 23, PKU Hall TEL (8610) 6275 7627
Cao Zhangqiong Solo Concert
Tickets selling for RMB60-300.
7:30pm, October 23, Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 7006
Haydn Choral Classic II: The Seasons
Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, October 23, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
"Midi Ten Year" Midi Awards
Tickets selling for RMB50-100.
October 23-24, 706 Workshop of 798 Art Zone TEL (8610) 8457 2188-805
Haydon Choral Classic III：Creation
Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, October 24, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Ballet "Peony Pavilion"
Tickets selling for RMB50-600.
7:30pm, October 24, Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6170
Mendelssohn Music Week - Concert By Leipzig Gewandhaus
Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB200-1600.
7:30pm, October 24-25, NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Children's Drama "Story Of Halloween"
Tickets selling for RMB90/100/125.
7:30pm, October 24-NOvember 1, China Puppet Theatre TEL (8610)
6425 4847
Concert By Musici de Montreal
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, October 25, Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559
8285
Sounds Of Africa - Boys Choir of Kenya
Tickets selling for RMB50-150.
7:30pm, October 25, Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308
Film: The Founding Of A Republic
The Founding Of A Republic is an epic film marking the 60th anniversary
of China's Communist revolution and starring almost 200 of its
best-known stars, including Tang Guoqiang, Jack Chen, Andy Lau,
Xu Qing and Zhang Ziyi. Showing in all cinemas across town.
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
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Weekly Calendar |
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Monday, October 19, 2009
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Mendelssohn Music Week-To Mendelssonhn's World Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Howell Girls Choir Wales
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Piano Recital By The 13th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition
Gold Medal Winner
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308
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 20, 2009
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Tuesday Double Take
All Pizza buy one get one free after 5pm. Danger Doyle's TEL (8610)
6591 3337
A Piano Master Of Musical Poise-Gary Graffman Recital
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Peking Opera Performance To Commemorate The 115th Anniversary
Of The Birth Of Mei Lanfang
7:30pm. Meilanfang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1288
Pipe Organ Concert By Georges Athanasiades
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
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 21, 2009
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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. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
World Famous Soprano Kiri Te Kanawa
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
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 22, 2009
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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. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Classic Peking Opera Collection of Maestro Mei Lanfang
7:30pm. NCPA Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Southern Utah Traditional Choral Concert
7:30pm,. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Bodega Fever
Enjoy Spanish delicacies with only RMB88. RMB38 for each glass
of selected wines. Scarlett TEL (8610) 6552 2880
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 23, 2009
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Arch Enemy Live In Beijing
RMB280/480/680. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Beyonce' "I Am"
7:30pm. Wukesong Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6821 0153
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 24, 2009
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Li Zhi National Tour 2009
RMB80/160. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Haydon Choral Classic III：Creation
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Ballet "Peony Pavilion"
7:30pm. Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6170
British Charity Ball 2009: 'Get It On' at GLAM!
Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing. Contacts: Pauline Jin - britishball@gmail.com
or (8610) 8532 1720.
Laughs-o-rama Hit The Northern Capital Yet Again With ChopSchticks
Block 8. TEL 158 1026 1614
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 25, 2009
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Concert By Musici de Montreal
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Sounds Of Africa - Boys Choir of Kenya
7:30pm. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6510 1308
Love Of Guitar
RMB40/50. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
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 |
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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
Acupuncture Presents Spooked Halloween
Bash 3D Version "A Night In The Museum Musical"
Acupuncture's "SPOOKED" Halloween party Round 3 strikes
the maze of LAN Club this year, with three rooms each featuring
a different style of sound and look. Half price on selected drinks
floating all night; costume competition with prize package worth
up to RMB3,000' free hair styling, body painting and photo taking.
Get ready, to get Spooked. RMB80 in advance, RMB150 at door. 9pm-5am,
October 31. Lan Club TEL 138 1034 7555
"Cash Money Bash" Halloween
Party
Dress to Impress in the most creative, innovative, and exciting
Halloween costume for your chance to win 5,000 RMB! Contestants
will be selected to participate in a contest that will be determined
by none other than the Halloween revelers who attend the event.
So bring out all your friends to increase your chances of winning!
Strut your stuff on-stage in front of the crowd and if you can
win over the crowd, then you can win the grand prize! Reservations
are highly recommended. October 31. Bling Club All Star TEL 138
1055 7239
Ying Yang Twins Live Show
The Ying Yang Twins are a rap group consisting of Kaine and D-Roc.
Their style consists of a mix of east-coast and crunk and their
most popular CDs are "Alley", "U.S.A. United State
of Atlanta", and the most known, "Get Low". November
14. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Beatbox-Rahzel
As the undisputed "Godfather of Noyze," Rahzel has re-defined
the beat box. Probably the best known member of The Roots, Rahzel
is a self-defined "vocal percussionist" who has perfectly
mastered this quintessential hip hop art form, playing across
the world his famous a cappella performance of "If You Mother
Only Knew." RMB100. 9pm till late, November 14. Reservation
recommended. Bling Club All Star TEL 1381 055 7239
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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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| 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 Football Leagues and Junior Academies Are All Now
Underway Across Beijing and Tianjin
October at November listings for Junior academies are now
online aswell as details on the Men's Midweek 5-a-Side Autumn
season 2, with places still available for both. 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 designed and delivered in
a fun and friendly environment for boys and girls of all
levels aged 4 to 18. Classes are held after school, at weekends
and during holidays. To join email coaching3@wanguoqunxing.com
or play@wanguoqunxing.com
or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for more info.
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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