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Xianzai Beijing Issue #3.64
October 28, 2002
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Great Deals!
Hotel Deals
Travel Information 
Hotel Deals
Dining Out
Tailoring
Health & Fitness
Relocations
Property/Real Estate
Jobs
Wine Deals
Classifieds
Finance
Services

Community Announcements

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibits
Performances
Movies & Plays
Nightlife
Weekly Calendar
Upcoming Events
Subscription Information
Advertising Information
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THE TOP-RANKING EMBA FROM THE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY OLIN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS is now offered in partnership with FUDAN UNIVERSITY
INFORMATION SESSION THIS WEEKEND: Saturday, 2:00pm-4:00pm, China World Hotel, 1 Jianguomenwai Avenue. THE OLIN EMBA is consistently ranked in the top 20 in the world by Business Week and U.S. News and World Report magazines. Ranked 9th worldwide by EMBA Program Directors (Business Week, 2001). The 18-month program is taught by the Olin School of Business faculty over 4 days per month (Friday-Monday). For more information contact the EMBA program office: 021-6564-4263, 6511-5421, 6565-5840
http://www.fdms.fudan.sh.cn/mba/emba.htm
see also http://www.olin.wustl.edu Email:olin-fudan@fudan.edu.cn

Chinese Kungfu Show
The magnificent Chinese Kungfu Show is live in Beijing now! Come to see the show to find out the essence and the real power of the culture. It's the first large stage drama that integrates Kungfu into legends in the world. 35 Kungfu masters amaze the audiences with bare-handed practice, one-to-one competing and weapons practice. For more infomation, pls call (8610)83540774/5 or click here http://www.kungfushow.com.cn.

For Learning, For Knowledge, For Life...........
The Beijing International Management Institute (BIMI) is proud to announce their collaboration with the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) to conduct a series of seminars and workshops for managers and executives working in Beijing for the year 2002/2003. For more information, please contact Lilian Ng at BIMI. Tel : 010-67871435 / 6 or Email: marketing@bimi.com.cn or click our website: www.bimi.com.cn

Travel Information

GREAT RATES BACK TO THE STATES WITH UNITED AIRLINES!
and a great schedule too, with two daily departures from Beijing and super connectivity throughout the USA.
Fly round-trip from Beijing to:
SAN FRANCISCO/LOS ANGELES: CNY 5060*
WEST COAST USA (CA/WA/OR/NV/AZ): CNY 5500*
ALL OTHER UNITED U.S. CITIES: CNY 6600*
* Seats are limited and restrictions apply. Valid for midweek departures, through September 26th (complete travel by Oct 31, 2020. For travel on FRI/SAT/SUN, add CNY 220 in each direction. 1 stopover permitted for CNY 500.00 (or CNY 900 for Honolulu stopover). These special promotional airfares are non-refundable and cannot be upgraded. All rates plus tax and security charge.
Save time, save money and enjoy our spacious Boeing 777 as you fly aboard one of the most modern fleets in the sky.
For Reservations and Information, contact United Airlines:
Tel: Beijing: (10) 6463-1111 Email: flyua@ual.com

Banner Travel Service - a leading tourism company providing IATA ticketing, hotel reservations, domestic and international tour operations,lowest rates for both business and holiday tours, individuals and groups.
Beijing-Shanghai:620RMB Beijing-LAX/SFO round trip:3950RMB
Beijing-Newyork round trip:5080RMB Beijing-Vencovur round trip: 6500RMB
Beijing-Tokyo round trip: 3150RMB Beijing-Phuket round trip:3900RMB
Package trip to Southeast Asia( round trip airticket, 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast) 5000RMB up Tel: 86-10-64481698 Fax:86-10-84292991 Mobile:135 0101 4021 Email: info@traveling-china.com Phone No.is required for email enquiry.

Kingdom Travel Beijing
Now ready to help with your travel arrangements for Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year vacations! Holiday packages to Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Fiji, Thailand, Indochina, etc. Including air tickets, hotels, car rental, sightseeing & Overseas Travel Insurance....
Talk to our experienced travel agents ASAP at the below NEW contacts:
Tel- (10) 6502 5588; Fax: (10) 6530 2858; or email to: kdtravel@163bj.com

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Hotel Deals

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing, Tel:68005588
The Grand Ballroom and the Four Seasons Roof Garden at the Presidential Plaza are wonderful venues to hold a wedding.
There are Chinese and Western buffet menues to chose from, priced from 128 per person. The hotel provides a complimentary dressing room, background "Happiness" signage, a floral centerpiece for the main table, a VIP signature book, sign boards, Karaoke sound system and free car parking for guests a heading the wedding.http://www.stateguesthotel.com

Great Dragon Hotel (formerly named Zhaolong Hotel)
Congratulations in honor of Great Dragon Hotel receiving five-star award rating and after a general renovation and re-decoration of its 258 hotel rooms in line with requirements of business guests, special room rate at only 688RMB net until Dec,31 2002, Reservation call 6597-2299 ext 0138 or 0112, or log on to www.greatdragonhotel.com.cn

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Dining Out

The St. Regis Beijing
Celestial Court
Hairy Crab FestivalThis is time of year's favourite: "Hairy Crab Steamed in Beer, or cooked with Chinese wine" are some of Chef Yau's specialities. So come try our new superb cuisine in the refined environment at The St. Regis Cellestial Court Restaurant on 2nd floor.
All You Can Eat Dim Sum!At Celestial Court, Dim Sum is a delicacy that requires much greater attention. Raw ingredients are carefully selected and food delicately prepared by Chef Luo Bin Cheng and his team to ensure a freshness that is truly distinct. Come and experience the difference of our "All-You-Can-Eat" Dim Sum lunch at only RMB118* per person. For full information on this and other current promotions please visit www.xianzai.com.cn/adoptin/stregis_en_021018.html
For Reservation please call For reservation 6460 6688 ext. 2460

Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
Chile meets Texas!
Luis Felipe Edwards Winemaker's Dinner with John Usabiaga, Winemaker
Luis Felipe Edwards Winery
Friday November 1st, 2002
The Holiday Inn Lido, Texan Grill
Cocktails 6:30 PM, Dinner 7:15 PM
398 RMB net
For reservations please contact Dyman at the Lido at 64376688, extension 2873 or email Rebecca at Rebecca@Montrosechina.com
CHOCOLATE EXTRAVAGANZA
Come to our dinner buffet and enjoy a feast of cookies, mousse, cakes, brownies and fudge to celebrate chocolate!
PINOCCHIO ITALIAN RESTAURANT
5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday
RMB48 net for kids and RMB68 for adults
For reservations, please call 6437 6688 Ext. 3812

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing Tel:68005588
As part of our Garden Cafe lunch and dinner buffet, We are offering a selection of Malaysian dishes. Such as "Sup Daging Lembu" Beef Soup , "Ayam Percic" Spicy Barbecued Chicken, Nasi Lemak and Mee Goreng and so on. Join us for a touch of Malaysian cuisine in addition to our sumptuous international daily buffet.Reserve today on Tel 6800 5588, Ext. 8690 http://www.stateguesthotel.com

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Tailoring

Custom Tailoring in China Custom Tailored Suits for Men and Women!
The Hong Kong Tailor is coming to Beijing on Thursday, 24th October until Wednesday 30th October, 2002. So why go all the way to Hong Kong or even a local tailor when he can visit you at your doorstep. Simply choose a convenient time and Mr G B Vinod can visit you at your office or your residence or if you prefer, his hotel. He will introduce a wide range of fabrics and styles to suit your individual needs at competitive prices. After placing the order the goods will reach your destination of choice within two weeks. Mr Vinod of Euro Merican Fashions is famous in Hong Kong and China for great quality and personal attention! He can be contacted at The China World Hotel 6505-2266 at anytime during the above mentioned period. For more details about his services please visit his website: www.xianzai.com.cn/tailoring/. If you would like to be on his mailing list please email your contact details to the head office in Hong Kong: ompac@netivgator.com

Affordable designer clothes:
We carry 2 complete collections of Ametrine and Gianna brands, plus various big brand names of career suits, ball gowns and casual wears. High quality hand bags, cashmere and silk scarfs are also available at affordable price. Call for appointment 13311016020.

Health & Fitness

Is it time for your annual DENTAL check-up?! Dr. Adib Kashani and Dr. Sahba Mithaq have been serving the Beijing community over the past 6 years, their professionalism and friendliness have always put anxious patients at ease. Our dental and orthodontist team is experienced in all areas of treatment. From your basic primary dental needs to complex implants, orthodontic treatment and any unforeseen emergencies. All services are provided by western trained Dentists and Orthodontists. For appointment, please call: 64620333. You can also contact us at: China.inquiries@internationalsos.com
You don't have to be born with a BEAUTIFUL SMILE to have one!

Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics
We at Beijing's only real international-standard, full-service hospital are delighted to announce the opening of our brand-new Dental Clinic. This seven-chair facility is staffed by an international team of three dentists offering everything from family and children's dentistry to orthodontic, endodontic and periodontal care. As the Dental Clinic opening is the first in numerous expansions taking place at BJU, keep an eye out in the coming weeks for the next wave of exciting improvements. For more information, please call 6433-3960 ext. 350 or email bjunited@bjunited.com.cn

Bowling Centre: New Price!!!
Experience the best bowling facilities in town and have more fun than you've had for the whole week!10:00am – 6:00pm RMB200 per hour RMB20 per game 7:00pm – 11:00pm RMB300 per hour RMB30 per game.
Happy Hour: 6:00pm – 7:00pm RMB15 per game
Reservations: 6460 6688 ext. 2747

Evolution Fitness
Each day the average person puts on 1 gram of fat, join them or join the Fitness (R)Evolution.
With 3 floors of group exercise, cardio equipment, machine & free weights, a 25 meter swimming pool, trained fitness professionals, Evolution Fitness is your best choice in the CBD. To find out more contact us on - (010) 65670266 / 65673499 / 65674743, email: join@evolution-fitness.com or visit www.evolution-fitness.com

Make a Flu Shot at Your Home!
Generally the Flu will be serious every three years. In the past two years, the Flu wasn't so bad, so experts now say that the Flu will be serious in the coming winter. After taking an INFLUENZA VACCINATION, you will have antibodies in two weeks. The Flu antigen composition and strains are determined by the World Health Organization (WHO) and manufactured by SSW Germany. All needles used are brand new. Total charge for INFLUENZA 150, HEPATITIS A 300, B 150yuan\per person. Acupuncture, massage, herbal medicine, Qi gong and Tai Ji 120yuan\ per hour. Tel.65386113 or 13001104006.

Pain Combating Capsule (PCC) is pure Chinese herbal medicine, which is excellent at different kinds of pain. Such as cervical spondylopathy, periarthritis of the shoulder, prolapsed lumber intervertibral disc, lumbago and backache, headache, sciatica, rheumatoid arthritis, ischemic necrosis of femoral head, osteoarthritis, hyperosteogeny, traumatic injury (fracture and soft tissue injury), dysmenorrhea, pain diseases, even cancer. It will cure not only to control the pain in very short time without dependency. The total effective rate was 98.4%. It is the PCC let your beyond of pain.
Long-Effect Weight Loss Capsule (LEWLC)
LEWLC is pure herbal medicine. It invigorates functions of the "kidney" and "spleen" (Qi), which leads to eliminate dampness, phlegm and results in weight loss. In modern medical scientific research, it reduces intake, synthesis and accumulation of lipid, increase of energy consumption and promote of decomposition of lipid. It hasn't side effect like loss of appetite, disorder of incretion. LEWLC has been used oven five years with several thousand cases both in China and US. The curative rate was near 85%, the effective rate was near100%.
Dr.Qu Tel. & Fax: 65386113 or 13001104006. email:jianjunq@a-1.net.cn

Finance

Fixed return funds are now over-subscribed. Please contact cca@pobox.com for further information and a new release date for future fixed return funds.

EXPATRIATE FINANCIAL ADVICE and portfolio management. Management fees charged only when 10% P/A minimum return achieved. Access to all accounts on-line via unique client web site, updated daily. Respond in the first instance to cca@pobox.com

Relocations

Allied Pickfords Ltd., Allied International Moving Services
Predictable Quality in an Unpredictable World.
International, domestic, local, office moves, relocation & orientation services, record storage management, pet service, storage. Please visit our international and local web sites at:
www.alliedpickfords.com.cn
email: renata.inokomis@alliedpickfords.com.cn (Beijing)
Tel: ( 86 10) 6595 8759/60 (Beijing)

Property/Real Estate

High Quality Foreign Apartment Atlantic Tower For Sale!
Your chance to catch the last few remaining foreign apartments, COZY LIVING GREAT FOR INVESTMENT, BEAUTIFUL LAKE SIDE VIEW LUXURIOUS LOBBY, 2 BEDROOM,106 SQM, 4 BEDROOM, 211 SQM, FULLY EQUIPPED MODERN STYLES
TEL-86-10-64731118
DEVELOPER: Beijing XinYi Realest Development Co. http://www.xianzai.com.cn/aplace/

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Jobs

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

JOB VACANCY at British Embassy Beijing
Commercial Section
*Position: Inward Investment Officer
Invest•UK is the UK Government's national inward investment agency. Its work is to promote the UK as the best investment location in Europe and to provide advice and support to those overseas companies looking to establish or expand a business in the UK.
In response to the growing interest in investment to the UK from China, the British Embassy Beijing has a vacancy for an Inward Investment Officer to join the Invest•UK Team.
The jobholder will support the work of the Invest•UK Team, and in particular the China Country Manager, to encourage inward investment from Chinese enterprises based in the Beijing consular district. They will be the Administrative Liaison Point for Inward Investment work within the team.
*Main Duties
**Responsibilities will include:
- Accompanying colleague(s) on company and city visits and acting as interpreter where needed.
- Arranging company/city visits
- Maintaining and building-up the Invest•UK contact and company database
- Maintaining Invest•UK files and inward /outward correspondence.
- Assisting in Marketing Research
- Helping to organise Invest•UK seminars and promotional events
- Answering routine written and telephone enquiries from Chinese companies and translating their enquiries to English
- Updating subscriptions to investment publications
- Cataloguing and stocking Invest•UK publications library
- Other basic duties such as sending faxes and photocopying
**Person Specification
This vacancy is most likely to suit candidates who are able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
- Minimum 2 years work experience, ideally gained from working with a foreign-related company.
- Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin and English. Experience of translation and/or interpretation is essential.
- Excellent self-management, good organisational abilities and an eye for detail
- Able to work independently and as part of a small team.
- A range of up-to date computer skills.
- Some knowledge of Britain and its commercial environment would be a distinct advantage.
Salary details can be provided on request.
A Beijing Hukou is required. The successful applicant will have to go through the Beijing Diplomatic Service Bureau.
Deadline for application is 31 October 2002.
Please send CV and covering letter to :
The Personnel Officer
The British Embassy
11 Guanghua Lu
Beijing 100600
Fax: 6532 7989
E-mail: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

International School of Beijing-Shunyi is seeking candidates for the position of Secretary for Government Affairs. He or She will report to the Government Affairs Manager and be responsible for communications with government agencies, attending government meetings, receiving government visitors to the school, coordinating with internal departments, assisting with media inquiries from local Chinese organizations, legal applications, translation, filing, database maintenance, correspondence, and general office support. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of PRC government structure and be fluent in English and Chinese with bilingual translation and interpretation skills. We are looking for a team player with strong organizational, computer, and communication skills, who is a self-starter with a high ethics, a positive attitude, and flexibility. Public relations or marketing experience in a multinational environment is a plus. This position will be hired locally from the expatriate community already residing in Beijing. We love to hear from you and welcome the suitable candidate to join our team. Please fax your resume and cover letter to Human Resources Office, 8046-2006 or email us at humanresources@isb.bj.edu.cn

International SOS is the largest medical assistance company in the world. It has more than a decade of experiences in delivering medical services worldwide. International SOS has run its business in China since 1989.
Receptionist (part time): Location: Beijing
1. Native English speaker with proficiency in spoken and written English;
2. Over 2 years customer service working experiences;
3. Good computer skills;
4. Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.
Fax: 010-64629117 E-mail: harry.qi@internationalsos.com

Orienations and Cross Cultural: Manager Required
We offer orientations and cross cultural services to global companies working throughout China - and are looking for an experienced professional with strong business development skills and exceptional people skills. Ideally you will be a native English speaker, knowledgeable about expatriate life and challenges in China. If you meet even some of these criteria, forward your CV to Ms Shelley Warner, China Manager, Asia Pacific Access. Email: apaxess@public.net.cn

Native English Teacher Required
Qualified English teacher required for a two month period mid-December 2002 to mid-February, teaching 4 hours/day at two levels: (i) Basic English (ii) Advanced English.
Based in Shigatse (5 hours from Lhasa), good accommodation provided.
Send CV and cover letter to: nanaintibet@yahoo.co.uk

We are urgently looking for:
*Native English speakers with ESL background, who can speak Chinese. Full time only.
*ESL textbook writers. Both full time and part time needed.
Competitive salary, benefits. Contact sap198@yahoo.com

Berlitz is looking for English instructors. Needs to be native English speaker, degree holder, and interested in teaching. Both full time and part time positions available. Training provided
For application: Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn Fax: 6593 0479

TEFL/ESL CERTIFICATED NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHERS WANTED
Beijing Institute for New Economy
Classes at different locations. For more information please contact
Scarlet or Michael at: Email newecon@public3.bta.net.cn
Phone: 86-10-65864955,65841408 Mobile: 13901352213 (Scarlet)

Grade Teacher? Do you want the Best in Beijing? rmb25,000 plus - full health - new premises - Mercedes Benz School Buses! Our enrollment is exceeding our projections, so....The catch? We are an international school -which means you have to be real teacher with certificates from the US, UK, Canada or Australia attesting to the fact that you can teach Language Arts [CA curriculum] or Math's [UK, Aust or the Chicago Math Initiative] - and have done for more than four years!
Email me a resume at BZISJames@aol.com, please don't if you don't meet the above, and I will show you. with pride, our brand new campus at Sun Garden alongside the Bell Temple on Third Ring Road, North.James Montgomery, MA, Dip Ed., LL.B.
Beijing Zhongguancun International School
www.bzis2002.com

Beijing Female, Sales and Marketing Experience with multinational companies in IT and FMCG's. Conscientious and Good teamworker. Graduate of top college, good English. Seeks position in Sales and marketing with and International business to further develop my career. Contact: yuancheng911@hotmail.com

Foreigner with long China experience, Hospitality background, Executive level work in Sales and Marketing, Good Mandarin. Seeks restaurant/bar development projects and partners in Beijing. Full confidentiality assured. Email: restinbj@soon.com

Z visa holder, Bilingual (oral and written English and Chinese). Rich experience in setting up and managing a full spectrum Human Resources Department seeks challenging employment in Human Resources, Management, Training or Administration. For detailed CV, contact jobsbeijing@yahoo.com, or 13161875330.

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Wine Deals

GLENMORE AUSTRALIAN DELI
Glenmore's Australian Deli the number one supplier of chilled Australian meat and wine in China is celebrating it's 8th year with a monster clearance of selected wine's, up to 30% off.
Come down to our shop at 196 Guyi Rd (off Wuzhong rd) Or check out website www.chinadeli.com for china wide delivery. Call us at 64648665

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Classifieds

Brandnew2, 3Bedroom Apartments for lease
LANDMARK PALACE*2,3BR Brandnew Apar't for lease *2bath*163Sqm and 196Sqm*Large kitchen*walking in wardrobe*Parking*full furnished.cable internet access, satellite TV .....Desirable location next lufthansa,close to amenities;with pleasant surrounding. Attractive price;negotiable. THIS IS A UNIQUE OFFERING AND WILL NOT LAST, Call Peter:1380 117 9803, e-mail:kingsford_@hotmail.com

Gabrielle Harris' ATIKINA Collection finally has a permanent home at shop 311, PINNACLE PLAZA, near Eurovillage (Ouluyuan in Chinese) and River Gardens villas (Yujing Huayuan)in Shunyi. Look for "Things of the Jing", 10:00am to 18:00 Monday-Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday. For information call 1390-110-2781 or e-mail gharris@eastnet.com.cn

Great 2 bedroom flat close to Jianguomen area,on the fifth floor of a six floor building, around 120 SQM plus an underground storeroom. Two living rooms,two balconies,24-hour hot water,fully furnished-air conditioning...RMB5500 per month half year advanced payment reqired. Contact Rose at 13601100279 if interested. Not for agency.

Services

International 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
Contact:
Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270
Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636
Hong Kong Tel: +852 25371788, Fax: +852 25372877
E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

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Community Announcements

L A T I N O S ! - BEIJING'S NEW SALSA CLUB
- Live music from Colombian band
- Top Latin DJs, dancers, teachers and dance lessons
- Latin food/drinks (Happy Hour 6-8pm)
- Chaoyang Park South Gate/Chaoyang Gongyuan Nan Men (by Big Easy)
- Contact info: 65079898 / info@latinoschina.com / www.latinoschina.com

YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people in Beijing. Average age is 25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH Happy Hours, YPHH Moet & Chandon Nights, YPHH Food & Drink Nights, wine/beer/cocktail-tastings, weekend-outings and day-trips. For more info and subscribes to the mailing list, please log onto www.yphh.com

Wednesday, October 30 - YPHH Happy Hour at Huxley's the 2nd (Worker's Stadium South Gate)
At 6:30pm we kick off for the monthly YPHH Happy Hour. This month the FREE BEERS are offered to you by ARRAIL DENTAL. Huxley's has beer, shooters and food at extremely low prices! Magellan International Movers and Evolution Fitness offer their monthly Lucky Draw Prizes. More info on www.yphh.com

Calling all HOYAS! The Georgetown University Alumni Club of Beijing is almost up and running. If you have graduated from GU and would like to join other area Alumni for events, please contact Barbara Chen at bcc3@georgetown.edu

International Festival Chorus - following our sell-out performance of the Mozart Requiem in March, we seek experienced choral singers of all nationalities for our December 1 performance of "Messiah." Auditions in early November. For more information please contact James Baer at jbaer66@yahoo.com.

"The River"--River of Grace Church Refreshing; life-changing; current.
"The River" is an English speaking international church welcoming expatriates from every corner of the globe. Experience the Word taught with relevance and powerful Personal Prayer Ministry Times. Kids Ministry and Infant Care provided.
Sundays 10:00 a.m. Location: Yong An Hotel, south Annex Building # 4, 2nd Floor. Turn east from the Third Ring East Road by the wall of the Great Wall Sheraton Hotel, to the first lights, seeing the Yong An Hotel on your right. Also, just west of the German Food Center. For info, call: Don 13911257602

Mr. Magic!
Do you need a Clown/Santa/Magician or Elvis! Great for KIDS birthday parties! Cool at Office KICK-OFF meetings! Call 13910626059 Or email green59@yahoo.com

Beijing Ultimate Frisbee - Pick Up Games Every Sunday, Purple Jade Villas, starting at 3pm. Newcomers and all skill levels welcome. For details, directions: www.beijing-ultimate.rocks.it

The Beijing Chapter of the University of Washington Alumni Association will have our next Alumni meeting on Sunday November, 10 2002. All UW Alumni, current Students and Professors Associated with the University of Washington are encouraged to attend. For more information and details, please contact Sucheng Harris-Simpson at sucheng.harris-simpson@corphq.utc.com or call (in Beijing) (+8610)8519-1997.

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 09:00a.m.for advanced level. Contact Heidi at heidi@95777.com or 13001039563

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, non-profit organization dedicated to introducing
Chinese culture to expatriate community with English language lectures,
activities and courses. Contact at 8462-2081, 1350-103-5145 or
fengcheng@chinesecultureclub.org www.chinesecultureclub.org

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
Thank you. Please call me if you are unclear.
Robert Gonnella, Tel.: 6234 7106

Beijing Huiling is a non-profit, non-government organization serving mentally disables teens and adults in community basis. Aim for improve their indipendence and living skills, we provide daytime activities, residencial services, outreach programs, ect. Volunteers and donations are always welcome. For more info. please contact Suzy Li at: 8404 3691 or email to huilinga@163bj.com.

The Italian Women's Association is a non-profit, non-religious, non-politica 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.

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibits
2002 International Communication and Technology Exhibition
China International Exhibition Center 84601800, August 29 - Nov 2

Art collection from the old artists
Soka Art Center 65860344, until Oct 31

Ancient Austrian Money
Chinese Numismatic Museum 66087385, until Nov 15

New Printmakers Exhibition
Beijing New Millennium Art Gallery 84536193, Oct 19 - 31

Fish
Red Gate Gallery 65251005, Oct 19 - Nov 13

Inner Mongolia Oil Painting Exhibition
Collection of Inner Mongolia top artists' works. The paintings of Inner Mongolia will bring you a fresh outlook to your urban life. Free. Oct 26 - Nov 1, Denian Painting and Calligraphy house. More info: 13501208848, or danmail@sohu.com

Multimedia Art Exhibition
Millennium Monument Art Museum 68513322 or www.maap.org.au, until Nov 3.

Buddha Statues from 1500 years old
China Millennium Monument Art Museum 68513322, Oct 25 - Feb 8

Performances

Can you rap?
Throughout the month of September make your way through the madness to CD Cafe every Friday night to witness Beijing's first annual "Mic Masters" competition. Every Friday night in September in addition to having 3 of the tightest hip hop DJs in Beijing, there will also be 2-3 MCs every night locked in microphone battle to be crowned Beijing's own "Mic Master". Starts at 10PM each Friday Night! Guys pay 25rmb and gals pay 10rmb! For more info mailto:contact@wildstylesproductions.com

Chinese Drama: Silent Dawn
Capital Theatre 65249847, Oct 25 - Nov 1

Movies & Plays

Movie: Jia Zhuang Mei Gan Jue
Time: Oct 22 -29
China Cinema 62254488-4299
Xindong'anCinema 65281988
Yingxie Cinema 64207759
Stars Cinema 64040602
Dizhi Cinema 66171599
Shengli cinema 66175758

Cherry Lane Movies: www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Come to enjoy 4D movies
Xidan Culture Square 66063515, 11 AM - 8 PM

What's on HBO?
Click here for daily schedules:
http://www.hboasia.com/

Whats on StarTV?
Click here for daily schedules:
http://www.startv.com/eng/frame_schedule.cfm

Cherry Lane Movies: www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Nightlife

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Weekly Calendar

Monday , Oct 28, 2002
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Free performance by Daniel Taylor and Melissande McNabney
Central Academy of Music 66425702, 2-4 PM

Listen to Youdai and Wengweng
Club FM 85622308, 9 PM

Dress up to win a computer
Hard Rock Cafe 64003794, 9 PM

Resident dj's play
VICS, more info: vics_promo@yahoo.com.au

Beijing Opera: Dang Ma
Li Yuan Theater 63016688-8860, 7:30 PM

Germany after the Elections
Goethe Institut, more info www.goethe.de/peking.

Tuesday , Oct 29, 2002
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Jazz melody
Big easy 65086776, 10 PM

Modern Opera: Lu Lu
Century Theatre 64664805, 7:30 PM

The Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional) meets at the KEMPINSKI HOTEL every Tuesday at 12:30 PM. Members of Rotary Clubs are a cross-section of local business and professional leaders who come together for fellowship and to build lifelong friendships, promote high ethical standards in all vocation and who seek personal satisfaction in providing volunteer service to others in need of help. Please contact: Ms. Li Xiaohui by phone at +86 10 6561 0277 or email at: xiaohui_lee@sina.com or the President of the Rotary Club of Beijing (provisional), Mr. Serge Dumont.

Joint performance by Daniel Taylor and Hu Wenge
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

Expression Latina
LATINOS 65079898, 9 PM

Wednesday , Oct 30 , 2002
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YPHH Happy Hour at Huxley's the 2nd
More info on www.yphh.com

Modern Opera: Lu Lu
Century Theatre 64664805, 7:30 PM

Piano recital by David Helfgott
Poly Theater 65001188-5127, 7:30 PM

Want to see the first bus bar in Beijing
Army Truck 65088890, 10:30 PM

Love Halloween party
Neo Lounge 64161077

Thursday , Oct 31, 2002
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Chaozhou folk music
Poly Theater 65001188-5127, 7:30 PM

Italian Movie: Impiegati (with English subtitles)
Cultural Office of Italian Embassy 65322187, 7 PM

Chinese Calligraphy
More info: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org

Pre-weekend Party
Blue Jays 65521786, 8 PM

Chiense Movie: Winners (with English subtitles)
Dong Chuang Cinema 64169253, 8:30 PM

Friday, Nov 1, 2002
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HALLOWEEN FREAK !! - Dress up party
The freaks come out. the crypt comes alive.dress-up freeeeeky get in freeeee prizes for best costumes of the night time to have some ghoulish fun.specials : bucket of blood cocktail. More info: vics_promo@yahoo.com.au

Rock roars
Get Lucky 64299109, 9 PM

Punky Halloween Party
CD Cafe 65018877-3032, 9:30 PM

Traditional Chinese Performance
Laoshe Teahouse 63036830, 7:30 PM

Saturday , Nov 2, 2002
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House and Techno
Orange 64157413, 9 PM

Closing Gala for International Music Festival
Poly Theater 65001188-5127, 7:30 PM

Beanbags and Booze
Black Jack Garden 64174628, 9 PM

Band Performance: Wild Child
River 65944714, 9 PM

Sunday , Nov 3, 2002
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"The River" is an English speaking international church welcoming expatriates from every corner of the globe. Experience the Word taught with relevance and powerful Personal Prayer Ministry Times. Kids Ministry and Infant Care provided.
Sundays 10:00 a.m. Location: Yong An Hotel, south Annex Building # 4, For info, call: Don 13911257602

Salsa Class + Expression Latina (Colombian band)
LATINOS 65079898, 9 PM

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, November 6 - YPHH Moet & Chandon Night at Hilton Beijing Lobby Bar, 8-10pm
Yes, we are back, with the YPHH Champagne Night! The Lobby Bar of Hilton Beijing is the setting and from 8-10 we invite you to come and drink 3 glasses of the Queen of drinks for RMB 150 only! RSVP needed via www.yphh.com

Beethoven's Workpiece
Poly Theater 65001188-5127, Nov 24

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