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Fly transpacific with Northwest Airlines and receive free flights on Air China now! Effective immediately, Northwest Airlines WorldPerks members are able to redeem WorldPerks miles to more destinations on our partner, Air China. WorldPerks members can now redeem miles for free travel from Beijing and Shanghai to all destinations Air China serves within China. In addition, redemption is available on all Air China flights from China to other cities in Asia and the South Pacific. WorldPerks received the most Program of the Year votes of any frequent flyer program in the 1999 Freddie Awards. Time magazine readers voted WorldPerks their most preferred frequent flyer program in Asia in 1999. Best of all, miles that don't expire. That's why WorldPerks is the recipient of the 1999 Industry Impact Award from InsideFlyer magazine. If you're not already a member, please call us--it's easy and free to join. For more information, please contact our reservations offices in Beijing at (010) 6505-3505 or Shanghai (021) 6837-8888. For on-line enrollment, please visit http://www.nwa.com/worldperksasia

The Life and Death of a DotCom in China (Co-organized with Asia Law & Practice) November 21 - The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel, Beijing November 23 - JC Mandarin Hotel, Shanghai November 29 - Furama Hotel, Hong Kong The Life and Death of a Dotcom publication comes to life in this series of interactive conferences. Business experts and dotcom leaders who have lived through the highs and lows share their experiences and help both investors and netrepreneurs avoid the pitfalls. This will be a practical guide to the dangers and opportunities of the Internet in China. Speakers from Deacons, PricewaterhouseCoopers, ChinaNow, Coudert Brothers, Online Labs and more.... Sponsors: iAsiaWorks, BusinessWeek, Ogilvy PR, IandI Asia. For more details and registration, please go to http://www.gorillasia.com/Adsystem/click.php3?bannerID=54
mailto:LDDC@gorillasia.com

Let's Celebrate Shanghai! On November 22, Air Canada will proudly launch a new daily non-stop Airbus A340 service from Shanghai Pudong to Vancouver. With this new service, there will be a total of 14 non-stop flights per week from Shanghai and Beijing to Vancouver. In celebration of the Shanghai service, we offer special prices for round-trip flights to Canada and the United States via Vancouver from both Shanghai and Beijing. November 22, 2000 to December 8, 2000 Shanghai - CNY 3888 West/East Coast Beijing - CNY 4888 West Coast - CNY 5888 East Coast December 9, 2000 to January 10, 2001 Shanghai / Beijing CNY 4888 West Coast - CNY 5888 East Coast Please contact your travel agent or our reservation offices for details. Beijing: 6468-2001 Shanghai: 6375-8899

Need a good lawyer? Need an advocate in China? China's leading local law firm, Lehman, Lee & Xu, China Lawyers, Patent & Trademark Agents is China's largest, full service private law firm. The firm was founded in Beijing in 1992, but it also has offices in Shanghai and throughout the country. Formerly known as The L&A Law Firm, Lehman, Lee & Xu is one of the first private law firm's established in China, it is unique in China as it is the only private law firm with a Patent Agency, Trademark Agency and Investigative Services Agency. Lehman, Lee & Xu are happy to assist you with China litigation, arbitration, patent & trademark practices, anti-counterfeiting assistance, China general corporate and secretarial services, direct foreign investment in China, debt management, mergers & acquisitions, bankruptcy & work-outs, criminal, real estate, risk assessment, and human resource assistance. Lehman, Lee & Xu offer clients individual, responsive legal guidance at affordable prices. For more information see our website at http://www.chinalaw.cc In Beijing contact Attorney William Wright (BA U.Virginia,JD Harvard, Ph.D. Oxford) Tel: (010) 6532-3861 ext. 285, Fax: (010) 6532-3877 or mailto:wwright@chinalaw.cc
In Shanghai contact Attorney Andrew Johnston mailto:ajohnston@chinalaw.cc Tel: 021-6375-8241, Fax:021-6375-8705 For help in other cities in China e-mail directly to mailto:wulumuqi@chinalaw.cc mailto:guangzhou@chinalaw.cc or mailto:shenyang@chinalaw.cc

SEMINAR TOPIC: The development opportunity for foreign company after China enter WTO SPEAKER: Professor Liu from Tsinghua University LANGUAGE: English TIME:14:00-17:00 Nov.8,2000 PLACE: Meeting Room no.4,second floor, 21st Century Hotel,(No.40 Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District) COST: US$100 or RMB850 ATTENTION: Foreigners ONLY CONFIRMATION MUST (INCLUDE: NAME, COMPANY, TEL, FAX, EMAIL) Please send confirmation to mailto:hhgj@263.net before Nov.6.2000

at The Kerry ...
Start a leisurely Sunday with our Brunch buffet. Take in the irresistible aroma of dishes cooked before your eyes. Tuck into the spread of exciting Western + Asian fare PLUS sparkling wine..and tap your toes to the live musical entertainment! What a fabulous Sunday treat, for only RMB188 (+15% surcharge) per person. The fun starts at 11.30 am!
Or
Experience 'Variety Is The Spice Of Life' with a wide selection of regional delights, for only RMB138+15% surcharge per person! ( RMB168+15% surcharge per person on Fri. & Sat.) Monday Viva Italia
Tuesday Asian Fusion
Wednesday Buffet Mexicana
Thursday Mediterranean Mood
Friday Seafood Fare
Saturday Sizzling BBQ
Sunday An International Connection
For reservations, please call 6561 8833 ext. Coffee Garden, or you can find us at 1 Guang Hua Road, Chaoyang District (Just tell the cab to go to "Jia Li Fan Dian")...! *Upon presenting a copy of this message, you will receive 15% discount.

Ufirst IT service provide office IT consulting and support, our team of engineers will
1. get you trouble-free with the computer system,
2. Administrate/enhance your system,
3. Install/relocate network,
4. Customized software for your operation.
For more information, mailto:David@service-in-china.com

INFLUENZA HEPATITIS A B VACCINATION AT YOUR HOME FLUARIX INFLUENZA VACCINE - The antigen composition and strains for the influenza season 2000-2001 are determined by the World Health Organization (WHO) and manufactured by SmithKline Beecham Biologicals s.a. All needles used are brand new. Total charge for INFLUENZA 150yuan\ per person, HEPATITIS A 300yuan\per person, B 100yuan\per person. Acupuncture, massage, herbal medicine, Qi gong and Tai Ji 120yuan\ per hour. Dr. Qu is member of the China Institute Combination of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine and fluent in English. Tel. & Fax: 65386113 or 13001104006. Xianzai highly recommends this Doctor!

JOBS

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada

Internet recruitment works. Zhaopin.com provides access to China's most forward thinking pool of job seekers quickly, conveniently and inexpensively. Contact Zhaopin.com for more details! mailto:sales@zhaopin.com.cn http://www.zhaopin.com

NORTHWEST AIRLINES
Has an immediate job opening for Finance and Human Resources Manager - China
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
- Maintain P/L accounts - Prepare forecast & variance analysis
- Close books and records on a monthly basis
- Develop and implement annual budget plan
- Develop, implement and improve HR policies, procedures and programs
- Manage administrative policies and practices
- Negotiate contracts with vendors and government agencies
Minimum Experience Requirements:
- University degree in finance, accounting or business
- Five years work experience with multi-national firm
- Fluent Mandarin Chinese and English language skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- CPA license or other equivalent experience preferred
Northwest Airlines offers competitive compensation packages, including free worldwide air travel, health benefits and more. Please submit your application letter with resume and references by November 10 to: Northwest Airlines, Human Resources Department, China World Trade Center, West Wing Suite 501, Beijing 100004, China. You can also send via mailto:amy.xu@nwa.com Letters received after November 24 will not be considered.

CET's China Openings: Spring & Summer 2001 PROFESSOR, CHINESE SOCIETY TODAY
Spring 2001: February 8-May 28, 2001
CET is looking for an Asian Studies professor (or ABD) to teach its survey of contemporary Chinese society in the spring 2001 term. Chinese Society Today (CST) is taught every fall and spring term at CET's Beijing campus. The CST Professor is responsible for designing, organizing, and teaching the class. He/she manages two weekly discussion sections (or one, if enrollment is less than ten students) and organizes weekly lectures by hired speakers. The Professor requires the students to produce a minimum of two papers during the term, and he/she is responsible for evaluating and grading them. The CST course design must be cohesive and it must meet the needs of very diverse students. Former CST faculty have include Sociology, Anthropology, History, and Political Science faculty. Many have been conducting independent research in Beijing. CET compensates the CST Professor with a competitive salary. If necessary, housing on campus and other benefits can be arranged.
RESIDENT DIRECTOR, CET HARBIN
One year contract beginning January, 2001 The Harbin Resident Director (RD) is the primary manager of CET's Chinese Language Program in Harbin. CET Harbin operates in the spring, summer, and fall terms and is staffed by both an RD and an Assistant RD. Responsibilities include overseeing the program's academics, counseling students, managing student activities, representing CET to its partners, solving problems on site, managing the Assistant RD, and communicating with CET's head office. Requirements include professional experience in China, near fluency in Mandarin, experience as a study abroad administrator, and proven management skills. Candidates with Chinese language teaching experience are favored. Graduates of CET's Chinese language programs or other study abroad programs in China are especially encouraged to apply. The position will be available in January, 2001. While a one-year commitment is required, preference is given to candidates interested in continuing at CET (in Harbin, Beijing, or Washington) for two or more years. The Harbin RD is compensated with a competitive salary, transportation to/from the US, housing, meals, 7 weeks of vacation, and other benefits. CET Academic Programs, a leading American study abroad organization, is pleased to announce these new openings for its China offices. Interested candidates should contact CET's Mark Lenhart for more information or to apply:
Mark Lenhart, Director CET Academic Programs 1000 16th Street NW, Suite 350 Washington, DC 20036 800/225-4262 ext 3147 mailto:mlenhart@academic-travel.com http://www.cetacademicprograms.com

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER wanted - Western consulting firm seeks qualified Chinese Assistant Project Manager for e-commerce-related project. Responsibilities include: development of English language collateral materials; monitoring of foreign media; document translation; administrative support; database management; correspondence; event preparation; and logistics.
Qualifications desired: spoken / written English fluency, understanding of spoken colloquial English; good interpersonal, organization and communication skills; strong computer skills; and post-secondary education and prior work experience in JV / foreign enterprise. Experience in I.T., e-commerce or related field or prior experience with government preferred. Please fax English cover letter and resume to Ms. Caroline Wang at (8610) 6505-5258.

URGENT - SPANISH TEACHER NEEDED FOR BUSINESS SPANISH WEEKDAYS AND WEEKENDS Please mailto:carmen.jeam@xinde.com Spanish native-speakers preferred.

Leading American Strategic Communications / Public Affairs firm, APCO Associates Inc., considering applications by qualified foreign interns starting late October, 2000 for internships running in length from 2-6 months. Key responsibilities include document drafting / development, meeting / event preparation, research and writing. Qualifications desired include: Native English, strong writing, computer and communication skills, team player, ability to work independently. Prior experience in government relations, law and policy, banking / finance or on-line marketing, web development, as well as Chinese language skills an asset. Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples to Mr. Thach by mailto:cthach@apcochina.com , or fax to (8610) 6505-5257

Please visit our website http://www.isb.bj.edu.cn for our current job openings at The International School of Beijing (ISB) or please contact our Human Resources Office at 6437-6688 ext. 1240 for details.

POSITION: INTERNATIONAL & PRC LAWYERS (BEIJING & SHANGHAI )
Job Descriptions:
To advise international clients on direct investment activities relating to China particularly in the IT & Internet fields; To negotiate & draft legal documents; To work in a young & exciting team of partners & associates; Domestic & international travels required.
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years' experience ;Foreign OR PRC qualification; PRC securities work experience & qualification an advantage; Fluency in spoken/written Chinese & English; Experience dealing with both PRC & international clients; Proactive & a team player. Training: International (US & Hong Kong) training for bright & promising candidates.
Remuneration:
Competitive base salary, attractive performance-based bonus & partnership prospects for outstanding candidates.
POSITION: LEGAL ASSISTANT (BEIJING)
Job Description:
To work in a team of translators and lawyers; To conduct research, liaise with clients & provide general practical assistance; To edit letters & legal documents.
Qualifications:
Minimum 4 years relevant experience; Fluency in spoken/written English & Chinese; Efficient & detail-minded; Solid organizational & time management skills; Proactive & team player; Ability to work independently.
Remuneration:
Competitive Base salary & attractive performance-based bonus.
POSITION: ENGLISH EDITOR (BEIJING & SHANGHAI)
Job Description:
To work in a team of lawyers & paralegals; To edit letters & legal documents; To edit the English translations of PRC legislation; To assist with the editing & co-ordination of TransAsia's publication on PRC land, labour & Internet law.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 4 years' relevant experience; Native English speaker with Chinese language capabilities; Efficient, detail-minded & precise; Solid organizational & time management skills; Proactive & a team player.
Remuneration:
Competitive base salary & attractive performance-based bonus.
POSITION:LEGAL TRANSLATOR (BEIJING)
Job Description:
To work in a team of translators, paralegals & lawyers ;To translate & verify translations of legal documentation & legislation; To assist with interpreting work.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience; Fluency in spoken/written English & Chinese; Ability to translate legislation, contracts, other legal documents & correspondence; Computer literacy; Interpreting skills an advantage; Proactive & a team player.
Remuneration:
Competitive base salary & attractive performance-based bonus.
TO APPLY, PLEASE SEND RESUME AND EXPECTED SALARY TO: mailto:TALSYD@TRANSASIALAWYERS.COM Please kindly quote costing and you may contact me mailto:candy_wong@TransAsiaLawyers.com

STRATEGIC MARKETING ASIA is growing aggressively and we are looking for talented people to help us. We are an international market research firm specializing in pharmaceuticals. The following positions are available for individuals who are experienced, ambitious and innovative: Data Processor, Data Processing Manager, IT Application Specialist, LAN Manager, Project Managers. (Foreigners & Locals w/ Beijing or Shanghai Hukou) Job descriptions see http://www.zhaopin.com. Fax All Resumes ATTN: HR to (10) 6581-1070

Female /Russian/ 24/ Seeking job. Fluent in English/French, have Pedagogical education, computer skills. Good communication skills, creative, flexible. Wants to find job in foreign/JV company. Please contact me at: E-mail:merkviladze@hotmail.com Tel: 65006404;13011800979

English instructors needed for fun evening classes in Hai Dian area. (Native speakers with fun attitudes please.) Good wages, casual environment a great way to make many Chinese friends! Call 6538-1801 or e-mail Alex at mrgreen59@yahoo.com

HOUSING
Single room for short-term let in my 2-bed apartment in East Gate, RMB10,000 (o.n.o) per month all-inclusive. Call me on 64181305 lateish evenings.

Stylish Apartments for Rent: The Zizhu Garden Apts. are located near the Zizhu Bridge of the west 3rd ring road, opposite to the Shangri-La Hotel and the Motorola building. Living room: 44sqm (wooden floor) 2 Bedrooms w/ carpet 21sqm & 12sqm 2 Bathrooms: 1shower & 1 bathtub Large Kitchen Workers room Arc-shaped balcony Your own parking space 100 speed wide-band Internet access & IP phone 1000sqm swimming pool, central spring garden & IC card access Legal for foreigners Free design & furniture to meet your needs Brand new, 1500 USD/mo. Call Miss Liu at 13701267495

ROOMMATE WANTED: I am looking for a foreign or Chinese woman to be my roommate. I recently moved into a really nice, renovated apartment on Chaoyangmen Nei (across from Afanti restaurant). The landlord did a very good job of fixing the place and it's in a safe area. If you are a non-smoker, value people's privacy, are considerate and kind, call me. I am a young Chinese woman working in an Internet company. Monthly rent is 1100RMB per person. Call Ms. Liu 9:00AM-6:30PM 8526-3533 ext.360 or 7:00PM-11:00PM 8404-8637.

Roommate Search Young Chinese Girl would like to find a female roommate to share 2 rooms apartment at a fair price. Pls. contact Miss Tao at 10 62475190 or 62475191 or BP: 68154499 call 71916

Anxious to search for a female roommate, especially well-educated, easy-going, no strong desire to inquiry about others' privacy. My flat's location is convenient to downtown, only 12RMB by taxi to Guomao. Drop me a email at julia_wanghong@hotmail.com if you like...

FOR SALE/WANTED

For Sale - Western Restaurant & Party Shop. In a hotel very close to Sanlitun, good reputation, quiet, sunny terrace, 60 seats inside - 30 on the terrace. Parking available. Phone: 64281397, 13021035277

Ship your possessions home: I have recently finished my contract in Beijing and will be returning to America. I have a 20 foot container entitlement which I will not be using and am interested in finding persons who could benefit from this shipment opportunity. If you need to send your household goods back to America in the near future please send an email with your telephone contact details and desired destination in the United States and I will contact you to discuss possible cooperation. mailto:goinghome1@hotmail.com

Colour TV for sale. Haier brand, 21 inch with remote control. In perfect condition. Email f1steve@hotmail.com or call 13801240654.

Refrigerator: Philpco Tropical TwinAir No Frost 3000, Wash-dryer Zanussi WS 1094H, 1st owner, excellent condition, 4 years old, offer, 137 1026 7073, grace.tang@cn.pwcglobal.com

SERVICES

Hairport November special: Dia Color, wash and blow dry: from 155 RMB, with cut from 215 RMB. Special beauty package: Facial, Medicure, Pedicure, Head & Shoulder massage for only 248 RMB!! Acrylic Nails and Silk nails only 195 RMB/Set!! I'm sure you will know what a great deal it is once you tried our services. Call 6456 0922 NOW! Hairport at Legend Garden Club House

Would you like the accompaniment of a good translator during your stay in Beijing? Do you need a guide through the wonders of Beijing's hutongs, Great Wall, or Forbidden City? I am ready to help! My name is Thomas Lee. Please call me 68892570 or 66088554. Pager Number 95900 call 9116636. E-mail mailto:thomaslee1977@hotmail.com

INFLUENZA AND HEPATITIS B VACCINATION AT YOUR HOME FLUARIX INFLUENZA VACCINE - The antigen composition and strains for the influenza season 2000-2001 are determined by the World Health Organization (WHO) and manufactured by SSW Germany. All needles used are brand new. Total charge for INFLUENZA 150yuan\ per person, HEPATITIS B 80yuan\per person. Acupuncture, massage, herbal medicine, Qi gong and Tai Ji 120yuan\ per hour. Dr. Qu is member of the China Institute Combination of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine and fluent in English. Tel. & Fax: 65386113 or 13001104006.

Need a bilingual western DJ or musical performer to spice up your venue? To rock your house? Or entertain your guests in a memorable way? We have MCs, magicians, clowns, DJs, comedians, dancers, guitar acts and more. We are also looking for entertainers to join our ranks. For booking or other info, Email, the Beijing Bards at mailto:Parsons@xianzai.com

Latin Salsa Dance Class/ Basic and Advance course in opening soon. Teacher: Lucho Roa, from Colombia Time: September 19 to November 28,2000 (10 weeks)
Place: China International Youth University Sino-Japanese youth exchange center Dancing center room, 5 th Fl. 21 Century theatre, No. 40 Liang ma he Road.
Payment: RMB 500/person-Basic class/10 class, RMB 1500/pair Advance class, 10 class
Pls contact, Mr. LUCHO ROA at 65321713 (office time), 13701325662, or mailto:luroa@yahoo.com or mailto:luroa24@hotmai.com

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING - PRESENTATION SKILLS, SECRETARIAL SKILLS, ENGLISH LANGUAGE, CROSS-CULTURAL SKILLS, and more! I'm a professional trainer, with many years experience in China, in both Chinese and international companies. If you want a personalized, professional training program for employees in your company, contact me at mailto:you_can_write@hotmail.com

Beauty Services Available at Your  Home,  Facial Treatment with CLARINS
products, manicure, pedicure, waxing,  etc. Fully and well trained
beautician, 8 years experience. For details,  please contact Helen at
6434-4129 or  1300-123-7824  mailto:baidan@public.east.cn.net

CHINESE HEALING ARTS Member of the China Institute Combination of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, fluent in English. Acupuncture, massage(Reflexology), herbal medicine, Chinese medical diet, Qi Gong and Tai Ji. Service charge is 120 yuan\ per hour. House call is available. Dr. Qu Tel. & Fax: 65386113 Handphone: 13001104006 Page: (Auto)1278127175 Xianzai highly recommends this Doctor!

Taiji - A Key to keeping you fit. Follow Han to exercise traditional Wu Style Taijiquan, weapons play & push hands for life enhancement. Heidi accompanies in translation. Call or fax at 8582 2509, or heidi@public.east.cn.net

Yangshuo, most beautiful scenery in China. Hotels including Sunshine Spa
Hotel, Twin Peaks and Hotel California. Contact: htlcalys@unforgettable.com  / www.yangshuo.com

PERSONALS

Ex-patriat who desires to lose 80 pounds is seeking an English-speaking personal trainer to assist. Develop exercises, exercise, and diet. If you are qualified, please e-mail me at smithpj@exploring-technology.com

Great Ayi available from December - very good with Children, excellent house keeper, cooks Chinese and western dishes. She has very pleasant personality and is completely trustworthy. She is a quick and hard worker and understands simple instruction in English and German. Please contact Sabine G¨¨nster 139 010 33543

1) Looking for an English speaking guitar teacher to teach two students. Please call Betty at 64351258 at night.

2) If you want to sell your good conditioned second hand guitar, please call Betty at 64351258 at night.

Wonderful Life Club is born for making good friends!
1) language and culture exchange.
2) dance(Disco, Latin, ...)
3) film (See good film in ...)
4) Life chat, while you can sing (KARA OK).
5) Join social special culture activity or party.
*) Individual service! Any good person and idea are welcomed! feel free to contact with us, wonderful-life@263.net

Well educated Chinese girl fluent in Chinese/English is learning French and wants to have a native French speaker for serious language exchange. Pls mail to sallyzhu@yahoo.com if you are interested.

Writers untie! Then unite! I am starting a writers club in Beijing, all sentient beings welcome. Write if you are interested in sharing words and gifts and gifts of words. Mailto Christo at green59@yahoo.com

A young chinese girl .kind and outgoing, like to make friend all over the world. Who can speak English and a little bit Polish. If you want to be my friend please email:freshday@263.net

Wanted: Classical guitar teacher for intermediate teenage student. Chinese, English, or Spanish speaking teacher o.k. Must be available after 4:00 p.m. or on weekends one day/week. Call 6848-2163

Beijing's newest country band The Red Bean Ramblers (Hong Duo Ramblers) are seeking a blistering fiddler to join the ranks. Also, competent vocal harmonists are welcome to audition. Please email drynerson@isb.bj.edu.cn

A Chinese girl serving at American-based company as one of senior-level executives... anxious to make friends with Chinese or foreigners, pls. mailto: julia_wanghong@hotmail.com if you like...

WING CHUN partner(s) required. UK national living in Beijing wishes to continue WC training, especially Chi Sao. Friendly and keen, seeking likewise. Call Damon on 139 105 34743.

I am a little 2 year old girl, Chinese/English and I would like to find an English speaking playmate to develop my English more. I speak good Chinese, but my spoken English is poor, we could explore MacDonalds, Fun Dazzle and Chaoyang Park with our Mummies. We have a car so travelling is no problem. Please contact my Dad on 13901204064 or forbesbj@public2.bta.net.cn

Attention!!! University of Chicago MBA Graduates In China!!! If you are not on the current China contact list, please email me with your contact info and the year/program which you graduated from so I may copy you on future upcoming events. These events are always informal and pay-on-your-own since we are not a locally registered/approved group. Lisa Hwang (1998 Evening) "lisah@cn.ibm.com"

FILM EXCHANGE - (for film lovers) Do you have videos (VHS or VCDs) and want to exchange them? I have a modest collection of films in English, French and Spanish and would like to exchange them for new ones (buying them through Amazon is getting too expensive!), or else watch them with people that share the same interest. Pls contact: adalois_adalois@hotmail.com for a list of the films I have.

PRIVATE TAI CHI INSTRUCTOR WANTED - Tai Chi instructor wanted for individual lessons at home. No language requirements. If interested, contact mailto:thedao@usa.net

Any other Gamers out there? Beijing needs more role-play, more improvisational fun and comedy. Lets get together and play D&D, Vampire, and other creative activities. We also welcome those interested in learning about role-play. Email: green59@yahoo.com

 

Community and Cultural Announcements

POSTINGS

Spanish courses organized in collaboration with the Cultural Services of Spanish Embassy. There will be classes two days a week, for beginners, medium and advanced levels, starting 6th November. For further information, please contact the Cultural Section of Spanish Embassy, Atn. Emma Yuan 6532-3728, Ext. 9 or 30.

International Friendship Football Club (SOCCER) The Season (First and Second Division) started in September 2000 and will end June 2001 (from Dec.-end of Febr. will be the winter break). The games are held in Wangjing near the Lido Hotel on grass. The women league just started too (7-aside/half field only). The youth leagues are organized at the Western Academy and the Beijing Riviera. Every weekend there are matches. For further information please contact the IFFC. Tel.: 6433 9531 or e-mail: iffc@public.east.cn.net

Chess players - get together for occasional fun sessions. Contact Sarah on 1391 0633 724 or mailto:sarahnh_2000@yahoo.co.uk

PLAYERS WANTED : Expressions of Interest from Hockey players interested in participating in a Winter Indoor Hockey (fast younger brother of Field Hockey) league . Experienced and inexperienced Field Hockey and Indoor players welcome. Players or teams that wish to take part should email their name and contact details to kmatla@triangleinvest.com

Badminton: Every Sunday morning from 9:30 to 11:30 at ISB GYM in Holiday Inn Lido Hotel (Indoor). Bring your own rackets, shuttles are provided. 30RMB per person.

Please join soon and make more friends. Contact: Tifa at 1370 109 7537 or Suddhodan at 1350 116 4234.

China's most successful Rugby club, the Beijing Devils, invites players and
supporters to enjoy the local rugby scene in Beijing. Training, rugby games and the usual ancillary entertainment is alive and rucking in the Capital. Whether, you wish to play, just train or watch great club rugby, contact Duncan Falzon  13601158710 or  duncan@uninet.com.cn

ULTIMATE FRISBEE meets every Sunday for pick-up games at Western Academy Beijing, from 3:00 PM until sundown. Players of all ages and skill levels welcome! For directions, consult the website http://pages.nyu.edu/~boc7379/time.htm or mailto:betsybeijing@yahoo.com

ICEHOCKEY IN BEIJING - Beijing Expat Team is looking for players, equipment necessary, games every Sunday, 5 yearly tournaments abroad. For more information, go to: http://www.beijinghockey.com

FATHERS CLUB. Weekly get-togethers for busy professional fathers and their kids to achieve 3 goals (1) do crazy things with kids (2) share fathering info (3) relieve mothers. Do it now before it's too late! Currently 5-8 year olds. mailto:covey@hyper.netchina.com.cn

Entrepreneurs! The Beijing Entrepreneurs Club gets together every four weeks for dinner and informal discussions on business, entrepreneurship, and great ideas! Anybody with an entrepreneurial spirit is welcome. Please contact: BEC_beijing@hotmail.com

If you are looking for a Church Home while living here in Beijing The Church of the Good Shepherd would like to invite you to join us each Sunday at 10:00 am in the Capital Club Athletic Center in the rear of the Capital Mansion complex. We are an International, English speaking, interdenominational, Liturgical, Biblical, Christian Church. We meet in the Multifunction Room, on the third floor of the Capital Club Athletic Center. Sunday school classes for children and young adults take place during the service. For more information call 6438-6536, 8046-2802 or 6585-5564.

AA Alcoholics Anonymous. If someone's drinking bothers you please call: Gudrun 6532-2466 or Leslie 6940-3935

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH SERVICES in BEIJING: Held at Pacific Century Place, #1904 Tower D. Sundays 11:00 - 12:00. Wednesdays 8:00 to 9:00. Please call 6539-3030 for directions and to confirm current service hours. A small reading room is available on Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6:30 to 8:30 or upon request for appointment. Expat community members are welcome to attend.

ART EXHIBITS & PERFORMANCES & SPORTS

Contemporary Israeli Art (the J. Hackmey "Phoenix" collection) An unprecedented exhibition of contemporary Israeli art will be exhibited for more than 2 weeks at the China National Art Gallery. The 53 masterpieces on display, were selected from the J. Hackmey "Phoenix" collection, which forms the richest and most diverse private collection of Israeli art anywhere in the world.
China National Art Gallery 3 PM, Nov. 10 - 28

Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Photography Exhibit China National Art Museum 6401-2252, November 7-12,

International Communication Equipment Exhibition
International Exhibition Centre 6460-0995, Daily, Nov. 8 - 11

International Exhibition on Building Materials and Decoration
International Exhibition Centre 6460-0995, Daily, Nov. 8 - 11

International Exhibition on Public Safety & Security
International Exhibition Centre 6460-0995, Daily, Nov. 8 - 11

STAGE, PLAYS, BALLET, CONCERTS & MUSICALS

Puppet shows for kids every weekend
Little Star Puppet Theatre 6425-4798, Weekends, 10 AM

Nightly Peking Opera - Old Style in a Ming setting
Qianmen Hotel 6301-6688 X 8860, 7:30 PM

Movies
^^^^^^^
'Crouchin Tiger, Hidden Dragon' is playing at these cinemas
Dizhi Cinema 6616-8376
Hujialou Cinema 6593-1720
Haidian Theatre 6254-5206
Youth Palace 6615-2211
Dahua Cinema 6527-4420
Ziguan Cinema 6500-3868
Capital Cinema 6607-9499

'The dream is alive' - Imax movie on life in space and the space shuttle.
China Science and Technology Museum 6237-1177  3:15 PM  Daily

 

WEEKLY CALENDAR

Monday, November 7, 2000
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International Music Festival Cello Recital by 'Mischa Maisky' Poly Plaza 9500-0263 7:30 PM

IMPROVE LEADERSHIP AND PRESENTATION SKILLS - Toastmasters is an
international organization dedicated to help people develop their
professional speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment.
Meetings are every Monday night, and have a good mixture of both expatriate
and Chinese members.  For more information, contact John Lombard at
QingdaoMan@hotmail.com

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana  9 PM

'Nogabe' - plays at Minders from 9 PM  Free

International Network of Newcomers
We meet the last Monday of every month from 10 to 12 AM at Capital Club
(Athletic Club) to share information and resources with newcomers to
Beijing (ex-patriates only) mailto:innchn@bigfoot.com

Tuesday, November 8, 2000
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"Oyster" - modern dance performance
"Oyster" is an outstanding performance, combining elements of modern dance, visual theatre, pantomime, puppets and much more. The troupe has performed successfully in more than 20 major cities and festivals in Western Europe and North America, and has recently won the New York Dance Critics' Award. The show was created by Ms. Inbal Pinto (choreographer & dancer), who's already considered to be the biggest young talent to emerge from the Israeli modern dance scene in recent years.
The "Oyster" troupe was invited to China by the Shanghai International Arts Festival, and also give one performance in Beijing
Beijing Nationalities Cultural Palace 64048781, 7:30 PM
Prices: 100, 160, 220, 280

SEMINAR - TOPIC: The cooperation opportunity for foreign cooperation and Chinese cooperation after China enter WTO SPEAKER: Professor Liu from Tsinghua University LANGUAGE: English TIME: 14:00-17:00 Nov.8,2000 PLACE: Meeting Room no.4,second floor, 21st Century Hotel,(No.40 Liangmaqiao Road,Chaoyang District) COST: US$50 or RMB450 ATTENTION: CONFIRMATION MUST(INCLUDING:NAME,COMPANY,TEL,FAX,EMAIL) Please send confirmation to hhgj@263.net before Nov.6.2000

Jazz artist Jackie Allen performs in Beijing Beijing Concert Hall 6605-5812, 7:30

'Yin Chuizi' at the Friends Live Club  9 PM

'In sound Out' at the Cd cafe  9 PM

Movie Night
Sculpting in Time  6252-1746, 10:30 PM

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana  9 PM

Band 'Amadeus' at the Sports City Cafe  9 PM

LA LECHE LEAGUE of BEIJING holds monthly meetings for pregnant and nursing
mothers.  This is a special opportunity to learn more about breastfeeding,
ask questions, and share with other expecting and nursing mothers.
Meetings are the fourth Tuesday of every month.  Please call Serena
(6298-0197) or
Erica (6470-4759) for more information.

'Beijing Fellowship Group' of the Rotary Club of Hong Kong meets at THE
KEMPINSKI HOTEL every Tuesday at 12:30 PM.  Members of Rotary Clubs are across-section of local business and professional leaders who come together
for fellowship and to build lifelong friendships, promote high ethical
standards in all vocations and who seek personal satisfaction in providing
volunteer service to others in need of help.
Contact  Mr. Russ Miller or Ms. Li Xiaohui at 6462-9266.

Wednesday, November 9, 2000
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Kim from Canada happens at the Jam House 9 PM

'Copy Cat' at the Friends Live Club  9 PM

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana  9 PM

The Rhythm Dogs are at the Green Bar  9 PM

Backgammon lover? Please send mailto:hack@zhaobudaola.com to be kept up to
date on regular backgammon happenings.

Thursday, November 10, 2000
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Chinese soprano 'Dilber' performs in Beijing Beijing Concert Hall 6605-5812, 7:15 PM, Nov. 10

Bitter Faith, Tribe, and The Fly CD Cafe 6501-8877 X 3032, 9:00 PM 30 RMB

'Copy Cat' at the Friends Live Club  9 PM

Movie Night
Sculpting in Time  6252-1746, 10:30 PM

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana  9 PM

Band 'Novice' plays in the new Schillers!
Add: WEST gate of Chaoyang Park (close to Jenny Lou's) Tel: 6593-1078

Friday, November 11, 2000
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The Moreno Donadel Jazz Trio is at the CD Cafe 6501-8877 X 3032, 9:30 PM

'In Sound Out' at the Friends Live Club 9 PM

The Moreno Donadel Jazz Trio is at the CD Cafe 6501-8877 X 3032, 9:30 PM

Flamenco Night at the Jam House 9:30 PM

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana 9 PM

Red Zebra @ Durty Nellies 9 PM

Band 'Novice' plays in the new Schillers! Add: WEST gate of Chaoyang Park (close to Jenny Lou's) Tel: 6593-1078

The Buddy Band Pit Stop in the Harbour Plaza Hotel

Nogabe at Rider's Bar

Saturday, November 12, 2000
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'Copy Cat' at the Friends Live Club 9 PM

Every Sat. Night: Yum Cha Cha - A New dance group in town from Sydney. At Vogue

House Nation's new night residency at the all new Club Green.DJ's Gazza and Ben will be spinning authentic up lifting dance music at what is probably Beijing's best designed club.

Flamenco Night at the Jam House 9:30 PM

Kickboxing competitions every Saturday Olympic Sports Center 6497-2020, 3 - 5 PM

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana  9 PM

Band 'Novice' plays in the new Schillers!
Add: WEST gate of Chaoyang Park (close to Jenny Lou's) Tel: 6593-1078

Red Zebra @ Durty Nellies 9 PM

'Liu Yuan' is at the CD Cafe  6501-8877 X 3032,  9:30 PM

Sanwei Bookstore - Chinese Traditional Folk Music Begins at 8:30  Cover 30 RMB

Sunday, November 13, 2000
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'Yin Chuizi' at the Friends Live Club 9 PM

Beijing Volleyball Team plays at Dragon Dome Gym.  of International School
of Beijing (ISB) every Sunday afternoon from  4:00-6:00pm. Come and join
us!!! For more details, Email: beijing_volleyball@hotmail.com

Badminton:
Every Sunday morning from 9:30 to 11:30 at ISB GYM in Holiday Inn Lido Hotel

(Indoor). Bring your own rackets, shuttles are provided. 30RMB per person.

Please join soon and make more friends. Contact: Tifa at 1370 109 7537 or
Suddhodan at 1350 116 4234.

Colombian Band 'Equiano' at the Salsa Cabana  9 PM

Moreno Donadel Jazz Trio is at the CD Cafe  6501-8877 X 3032,  9:30 PM

Punk bands happen at the Busy Bee Bar  10 PM

The Hash with Hares: Elaine Wang & Rugburn
Venue: Houtai Lake
mailto:RDRhead@UOP.COM for info.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Harlem Dance Theatre performs in Beijing! Beizhen Theatre 6835-4455, November 17 - 19

Mocha Music is a culmination of Jazz, Blues, R&B, Gospel, Funk, Spokenword ( poetry spoken to music), Art, Fashion, Food. Nov 17th at Orange Club there will be live performances by Chinese and Western Artist. From 9pm - 10pm there will be complimentary Red wine, Coffee, Finger foods. Also U can journey to the Orange Club's Back room and enjoy a completely different atmosphere. If U love music and are interested in networking with people from around the world Mocha Music is for U. Tickets available at Orange Club starting Nov 6th. Pre tickets 100 kuai 150 kuai at the door day of the event. Info line:13611300062/64157413 contact us at MochaMusic@hotmail.com

The Lido Country Club is holding a tennis Championship from 10-18 November. If you'd like to be part of this event, please see below: "Lido Country Club Tennis Championship" sponsored by Dragon Air, Wilson, HuaTang Golf Club, The Cellar and Nestle. Friday 10th - Saturday 18th November
*Mens & Womens Singles and Doubles
*Mixed Doubles The event will close with a Cocktail Party and prize giving ceremony (loads of prizes to win) 7pm, Saturday 18th Members RMB200, Non-Members RMB300, Cocktail Party only RMB100. To reserve your place Tel: 6437 6688 ext. 1603

Pianist 'Lazar Berman' performs in Beijing Beijing Concert Hall 6605-5812, 7:30 PM, Nov. 24

"The Monument" - A Canadian drama presented by Chinese artists. Beijing People's Art Theatre 6524-9847, November 25

MY FAIR LAO WAI, an original musical comedy When was the last time you saw an original musical comedy in English? Atp productions brings you the exclusive premier of "My Fair Lao Wai". This will be the must see, most talked about musical of the year! The story is set in present day Beijing, Professor Lerner makes a friendly wager with his good friend Dr. Liu to transform "Joe", a visiting mechanic from Hoboken, New Jersey into an Old China Hand in time for the upcoming Spring Festival Banquet, an annual gathering of Chinese and foreign friends. Will Joe pass as an authentic "Lao Wai"? Or be exposed as another Johnny-come-lately?
It's about You, it's about Us and it's about time!
My Fair Lao Wai at the China World Hotel.
Dinner Shows:
Date: Saturday, December 2 & Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 6: 30 p.m. Friday, December 8 & Saturday, December 9, 2000 at 6: 30 p.m.
Ticket Price: Rmb 400 per person Table of Ten: Rmb 3750
Matinee Show: *limited seating Date: Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. Ticket Price: Adult: Rmb 120, Children under 12: Rmb 80 For more information,
Visit us at http://www.myfairlaowai.com mailto:myfairlaowai@yahoo.com

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