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Issue 3.75| January 13, 2003
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Travel
Information

United Airlines! GREAT RATES BACK TO THE STATES WITH UNITED AIRLINES!
Featuring an excellent schedule with two daily departures from Beijing and terrific connections beyond Chicago and Tokyo!
Fly round-trip from Beijing to:
San Francisco/Los Angeles and Seattle during Jan 2nd to Jan 7th on midweek is CNY 8660; during Jan 8th to March 31st midweek is CNY5730.
Some travel period to Chicago/Washington and New York is CNY 10530 for Jan 2nd to 7th, CNY 7600 for departure on Jan 8th till March 31st.
*Seats are limited and restrictions apply. Valid for midweek departure, through January 1, 2003 (maximum stay is 3 months, no stopover permitted). 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 in Beijing at: TEL: (10) 6463 - 1111 FAX: (10) 6463 - 8364 Email: flyua@ual.com

Chinese New Year Beach Resorts Great Deal From BJS HOLIDAY !!!
Chinese New Year---Beach time! which beach should we go? BJS Holiday offer your the following Beach Resorts Great Deal:
Maldives Beautiful Water bungalow,full board...from USD 1958 per person
Malaysia (Longkawi, Kota Kinabalu) from USD 1088 per person
Phuket(Laguna Beach Resort) From USD 1538 per person
Danang from USD 1265 per person
all packages from 31 Jan-9th Feb,7-8 nights 4* and 5* hotel package(Air, hotel+ breakfast and airport transfer)
Limited seats be available, contact Tel: 5166 7711,8046 3199, 1370 125 3255 ,1380 117 9803
Fax :8451 2505,8046 3198, E-mail:bjstour@public.fhnet.cn.net

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Hotel
Deals

We'll put the smile back on your face this winter
From 1 December 2002 to 15 February 2003, you can save up to 50% on our standard rates at Hilton hotels in China and more than 23 participating Hilton hotels throughout Asia Pacific, including our new property in Shenzhen (opening January 2003)*. Ask for Holidays@Hilton (Plan Code HW) when making your reservation.Up to 50% off at Hilton hotels throughout China: Beijing USD111 | Chongqing USD55 | Dalian USD68 | Nanjing USD55 | Shanghai USD119 | Shenzhen USD95
*Rates exclude tax and service charge, are subject to availability, and terms and conditions apply. Visit us at www.hilton.com or call Hilton Reservation Worldwide for complete information. Hilton HHonors members earn hotel points and airline miles when they Double Dip. Book now. Visit us at www.hilton.com or call Hilton Reservations Worldwide toll-free from your country of residence. China - 800 820 0600, Hong Kong - 800 96 8391, Singapore - 1 800 737 1818, South Korea - 00798 651 1818, Taipei - 00801 65 1818, Tokyo, Japan - 81 (3) 5405 7700, Remainder of Japan - 0120 48 9852. Alternatively, email us at Asiapacres@hilton.com and ask for Plan Code HW.

Satisfy Your Senses – Sheraton Sanya Resort
It was once your dream …
Endless White Sandy Beaches …
Swaying Coconut Trees …
Clear Pristine Waters …
Everything within arms reach …
To be served … To be pampered …
Be ready to indulge …
Your Dream … Your Paradise … Your Sheraton Sanya …
Call 800-810-3088 direct, visit www.sheraton.com/sanya

Hong Bao Bonus at Traders Hotel, Beijing
Take advantage of the Hong Bao Bonus deal from January 30 to February 8, 2003 at Traders Hotel, Beijing starting from RMB 398 (plus 15% service charge). In addition to an ultra-comfortable room, all guests will receive a surprise gift upon arrival! You may even win yourself a free stay! For enquiries and reservations, please call (86 10) 6505 2277 ext 31 or e-mail: thb@shangri-la.com

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

The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing Offers Winter Room Promotion
For this winter the guests can enjoy special room rates USD80 for Superior Room & USD100 for Deluxe Room at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing. The validity of the promotion is until 28 February 2003. American Breakfast at additional USD15 per person per night. All rates are including of 15% service Charge and City Tax subject to availability. Reservation Code: WINTER. Tel: 8610 6590 5566

A Warm 'Maozi' To 'Cap Off' Our Winter Package From December 16,2002 - February 28,2003, the St.Regis Beijing is delighted to offer a unique package this winter. All winter Package guests will get Deluxe Room for just USD198+ enjoying the following benefits, plus a special welcome gift of "Maozi", a traditional Chinese winter hat to keep you warm while exploring Beijing. For all list of all benefits please visit (http://www.xianzai.com.cn/adoptin/stregis_en_021122_hotel.htm) Reservation Hotline: (86 10) 6460 6688 ext.2321 -3 Fax: (86 10) 6532 1191 Email us to Beijing.stregis@stregis.com

When business travel brings you to Beijing, enjoy the amenities available at the CTS PLAZA BEIJING. RMB550 net for Stardard room/night encluding one American breakfast from Dec 1,2002 -Feb 28,2003. High speed Internet FREE access via broadband.
Tel. 010-64622288 E-mail: sales@ctsplaza.com http://www.ctsplaza.com

Wondering what to do for the spring festival?
Why not break away to Sheraton Tianjin - only an hour and a half away from Beijing !
RMB488 per night - including room and service charge, but excluding 3% city tax.
Also includes RMB100 complimentary voucher (for exchange against buffet meals in the terrace cafe)
Call 022-23343388 or email sales.tianjin@sheraton.com for reservations.

Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Give that special someone a "Grand Experience" this holiday season! Enjoy spectacular city views from a spacious and ultra-luxurious guestroom, not to mention afternoon tea for 2, 50% off massage service, and free entrance to PU-J's including one drink. RMB 1288+15% from December 20 - 28, 2002, and January 31 - February 9, 2003. Website:www.shanghai.grand.hyatt.com or Tel: (021) 5047 1234 x 8377

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Dining
Out

The St. Regis Beijing
Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Style!
Chef Mike Yau has created six seasonal set menus available from January 4th and a la carte specials from January 24 th. Hampers and free accommodation packages will be given away to people spending over Rmb9, 888 at one time. Goodies House featuring Spring Festival hampers and home made classics for sale from RMB 168.00 starting January 10th
Reservation: (010) 6460 6688 ext.2460

Hot Pot at 21st Floor Restaurant
Some like it hot, some not, but we do...Enjoy this popular feast with over 40 dishes of seafood, meat and vegetables at the nearly opened 21st Floor Restaurant. Beef Sirloin, Sliced Lamb, King Prawn, Sliced Cuttlefish...just some to name, and do not miss 21 kinds of nutritional mushrooms! The Black Chicken Soup and Spring Pigeon Soup are specially prepared for this winter, or, maybe you prefer to take your favorite "Yuanyang" soup. Hot Pot at 21st Floor Restaurant of The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing.
Please call 65905566 ext.2295 for reservations.

Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
WARM UP SOUP - TOM YAM GUNG
How about a nice, warm, spicy, mouthwatering Tom Yam Gung soup? How about paying only RMB15*? Valid for January at Borom Piman Thai Restaurant.
* Plus 15% service charge.
For reservations, please call 64376688 Ext. 2899
ALL YOU CAN EAT PIZZA
Pizza Vegetarian and Pizza Lido for only RMB38 net per person including one soft drink.
Pinocchio Italian Restaurant
Daily 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For reservations, please call 64376688 Ext. 3812

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing Tel:68005588
Dynasty Jade Garden
Braised Sharks Fin with Rice served as a Set Menu at a promotional Price of RMB 280 that includes
Cold dish, Sharks Fin Soup, Vegetables, Rice, Fruits
Celebrate the "Year of the Sheep" and treat your friends from our selection of Gift Hampers
Manhattan Grill
"Wines of the World" selections from our cellar
Tel: 6800 5588 Fax: 6800 3308
website:www.stateguesthotel.com

China World Hotel
Summer Palace Hot Pot Reunion Dinner only on January 31, 2003
More than 78 items included in the buffet. Vegetables, various kinds of meat and fresh seafood including lobster, clams. oysters and crab. Individual selection of different soup base from our selected 5-soup stock, dessert station with Nian Gao, stichy rice and fruits, at only RMB 188 per person. Inclusive of free pour soft drinks, beer and rice wine
Private rooms from RMB 288/388/588 up to 688 per person.
For reservations, please call 6505 2266 ext. 34
A Tradition of culinary riches Summer Palace restaurant, Hong Kong Chef, Stanley Yuen and his team have prepared special delicacies to symbolize happiness and prosperity. Come and try them for yourself, and remember to share them with your family and friends! Fortune Glutinous Cake (2 PCS) RMB188.00
Glutinous Cake (1PC) RMB 108.00
Turnip Cake (1PC) RMB 98.00
Deep Fried Sesame Ball RMB 68.00
Sesame Ball with Lotus Paste RMB 98.00

Brasserie FLO the most famous french restaurant in Beijing offers daily in authentic PARIS style ambiance a great choice of typical french specialities, such as Goose Liver Terrine, Snails, Onion Soup, Sauerkraut, Apple Tart. Set lunch only 88 RMB (2 courses menu incl. drinks) and Set diner only 138 RMB (3 courses menu). Get the opportunity to enjoy a glass of French wine from our selection, attractively priced! Take away and possibility to organize your party is available. For reservations and enquiries please call 65955139. Brasserie Flo is located on 16, Dong San Huan Bei Lu, Rainbow Plaza. Open for lunch and dinner, parking space is available.
See you soon and "BON APPETIT"!

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Health and
Fitness

Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics is celebrating a new era of healthcare!
With our USD 1.5 million expansion, we have now tripled our size and patient care services for you. Our new facilities include: Adult Intensive Care Unit; a Day Surgery Centre; 50 Inpatient Suites; luxurious Birthing and VIP Inpatient Suites; Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; a new Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic; a new and expanded Dental Clinic and a new Shunyi Family Medicine and Dental Satellite Clinic. Manage your health in comfort and confidence with our international team of over 50 healthcare specialists.

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 at the St. Regis Hotel, Beijing

Recover from the Common Cold in 1-2 days with Traditional Chinese Medicine!
Flu and most colds are caused by viruses, and commonly used Western medicines can't kill the virus directly. Furthermore, antibiotics are of no use in fighting a viral infection--Aspirin and Tylenol only can improve your symptoms. Traditional Chinese medicine kills both viruses and bacteria directly and most herbs, acupuncture and massage will invigorate your immune system against viruses, bacteria and let you recover quickly. Dr.Qu uses traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, moxibustion, massage, fire cupping, meridian treatment, herb soaked feet and cold medical diet let you recover from the Flu or cold within a couple of days. High fever, bad headaches, runny noses, sore throats and tiredness will disappear quickly. Service charge is 120 yuan per hour. House call is available too! Please call 65386113 or 13001104006 http://www.natural-clinic.net or email jianjunq@a-1.net.cn

 
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) 8561 8759/60 (Beijing)

 
Property and
Real Estate

Nice Apartment for Sale!!!
Need to buy an Expatriate home in the Kempinski area of Beijing, close to the new Embassy area? Our newly built apartment is the answer to your needs! 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, nice balcony for barbecues, and great security. Owned by an expatriate and the place is nicely decorated. Contact Ms. Liu at 13901182547 or mailto: newliujie@yahoo.com.cn

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Jobs

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



Economist Corporate Network
is a brand business of The Economist Group, publishers of The Economist newspaper. Economist Corporate Network (ECN) is renowned for delivering first class economic and political information, analysis and networking opportunities for decision-makers in Asia Pacific. We currently have two vacancies in our Beijing office.
*Business Development Manager, Beijing
This position will be responsible for the growth of the ECN client base through new membership sales and servicing of our existing clients. This will involve maintaining direct contact with a base of corporate clients. As part of a small team you will also work on other business development initiatives including sponsorship sales when required.
You will have previous sales experience and be able to demonstrate an excellent track record in professional senior level sales and client servicing. You will understand the needs of businesses in Asia Pacific and through the interaction with your clients ensure our programmes meet their evolving needs. In addition you will have an excellent command of both written and spoken English and Mandarin.
*Programme Development/Client Services Manager, Beijing
This position will work closely with the Director China to design and implement the ECN China programme. You will research current issues affecting business in China and make presentations to our clients on the research. You will manage and maintain a database of speakers, research contacts and other programme sources and liase directly with these sources on a regular basis.
You will be educated to degree level in Economics or Business Studies, and have the ability to understand and discuss the issues affecting businesses in China. You will have excellent presentation and interpersonal skills, and will be a fluent English speaker with excellent spoken and written Chinese. You will have experience working in a China-related business, ideally in an international company.
If you would be interested in applying for either of these positions please send your resume with a brief covering letter to:
Liz Luya, Regional HR Director
Email: asiarecruit@economist.com Fax: (852) 2519 9320
An Economist Group Business

Mid- to Senior-Level Management LPG Sales / Marketing / Operation Positions
Garner International works with a select group of outstanding companies and their leaders in finding the very best management talent available, anywhere in the world.
Our Client, a leading integrated oil and gas multinational with upstream and downstream activities in China, invites skilled and experienced LPG marketing / sales / operations personnel to apply for mid- to senior-level management positions in its Beijing, Guangzhou and Zhenjiang operations.
Expatriates and PRC Nationals who are Managers, Senior Managers, General Managers and Vice Presidents with at least 3 years LPG experience in China may apply in confidence with a full resume to the Search Director by fax +603 2715 1311 or email garner@tm.net.my, or call +603 2715 1331 for a confidential discussion.

An International Company now is looking for the Marketing Representative in Property and Restaurant Business, If you are
- Good Relationship with the Multi-National Companies in Beijing
- either Native English, French, German, Japanese or Korean Speaker
- Aggressive and Pleasant Personality and Experienced
- Can be part-time with attractive salary
Please send your resume to sunny@yhl.com.cn for Further interview.

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

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Classifieds

Looking for Cool Single Men and Women Around China?
Lonely sitting in your flat? Looking for Love? Want to meet great Chinese and foreign singles living in China? Want romance, love, or friendship? Come to BuzzSquare.com to connect! Your free membership allows you to even upload a photo! BuzzSquare.com is the place for hip cool singles to connect in China! Come visit us at www.buzzsquare.com

Apartment for rent in Jianguomenwai Area. 149m2 with two bedrooms, big sunny kitchen and Scandinavian style furniture! Furnished if so wished. USD1300 per month but negotiable and immediately available. Interested? Call 13910820065.

Easy-going college girl seeking for young well-educated American man or woman as language exchange partner for fun and spend her winter holiday here in Beijing. Please contact Selina at jingjing0847@sina.com if you have interest.

Do you need Ayi? - I have a very good ayi can be recommended (Beijing Ren) About 40 / Healthy / Energetic / Experienced / Trust Worthy, especially experienced in taking care of Children. Please contact Sandy by mobile 13301185260 if you are interested (9am-6pm).

 
Services

International Accountants...... LehmanBrown...... providing an alternative:
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Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270
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E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

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Community
Announcements

Rebuilding Sheng Gu Temple:
If you are in China and want to participate in this program please call Kerry Holahan @ 010-6568-2990. We are looking for volunteers, in-kind services and donations of other kinds. For more information please visit www.shenggu.org

New Sunday Tango Club
A group of Tango dancers will meet each Sunday from 4.30-7.30pm - come along and learn the sexy and elegant dance from Argentina. It is 35RMB to practice with the club, and women are inveited to wear their high heels. Email beijingtango@yahoo.com for more information.

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 http://www.yphh.com

Wednesday, January 29 - YPHH Happy Hour, 6:30 onwards
Every last Wednesday of the month, also in 2003, the YPHH Happy Hour, the biggest Happy Networking Event of Beijing. For details, please surf to http://www.yphh.com

Looking for an indoor football group that practices on the weekend. pls contact me at sportysnice@hotmail.com if you're looking for people to join.

International Festival Chorus - Following our acclaimed concerts of Mozart, Bruckner and Stravinsky, we seek experienced choral singers of all nationalities for our spring 2003 performance of Faure's "Requiem" at the Forbidden City Concert Hall. For audition information please contact James Baer at jbaer66@yahoo.com

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. Contact at 8462-2081 or beijing@chinesecultureclub.org for details

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 independence and living skills, we provide daytime activities, residential services, outreach programs, etc. 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-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.

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

 
Biz Exhibitions and
Art Exhibits

The Art of Collotype
Creation Gallery 85617570, Jan 11 - 24

Liang Shuo' Painting collection: Fashionable peasants
Red Gate Gallery 65251005, Jan 4 - 26 closed on Mondays

Group Exhibition for Happy New Year
Soka Art Centre 65860344, Jan 16 - Feb 6

Chinese Painting Collection: Winter
New Art Center 65289103, until Jan 25

Zhuang Hui: Ten Years
The Courtyard Gallery 65268882, Jan 12 - February 1

Chinese Contemporary Art Show
Jianguo Garden Gallery 65286666-20243, until Jan 25

Oil painting joint exhibition
Wan Fung Gallery 65233320, Jan 3 - 31

Chinese Culture Legacy Exhibits
China Revolution Museum 65263355, Jan 1 - 15

Solo Exhibition from Han Meilin
China National Art Museum 64012252, Jan 3 - 20

Zest Painting
Melodic Gallery 65158123, Jan 1 - 30

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

 
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Deals

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Performances

Opera: Madam Butterfly
Tianqiao Theater 63170465, Jan 17 -19

The Russian National Ballet series performance: Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Don Quixote and The Nutcracker.
Poly Theatre 65001188-5126, Jan 13-20

 
Movies and
Plays

Movie: Warriors (Wu Shi)
Jan 10 -16
China Cinema 62254488-4299
Xindong'an Cinema 65281988
Yingxie Cinema 64207759
Stars Cinema 64040602
Dizhi Cinema 66171599
Shengli cinema 66175758

CHERRY LANE MOVIES, Chinese films with English subtitles on a LARGE screen, Every Friday and Saturday at 8 PM. tel: 6430-5318 rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn http://www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn

 
Nightlife

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Weekly
Calendar

Monday, Jan 13, 2003
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Ballet: Swan Lake
Poly Theater 65001188-5127, 7:30 PM

Opera: La Traviata
Tianqiao Theater 63170465, 7:30 PM

Liver Band Performance: Boy, CMCB and Brain Failure
CD Cafe 65018877-3032, 9 PM

Live Acrobats Performance
Chaoyang Theater 65068116, 7 PM

Beijing Opera: Farewell, my concubine
Li Yuan Theater 63016688-8860, 7:30 PM

Tuesday , Jan 14, 2003
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Philippine Duet Band
Nashville 65024201, 9 PM

Combines nature and leisure
Club Level 62172488, 9 PM

Cool Grooves
The Big Easy 65086776, 9 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.

Wednesday , Jan 15, 2003
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Jazz Jazz Jazz
Jazz Cafe 65068288, 9 PM

Expression Latina (Colombian band)
LATINOS 65079898, 9 PM

Russian Ballet: Sleep Beauty
Poly Theater 65001188-5127, 7:30 PM

Ladies' Night
more info: vics_promo@yahoo.com.au

Thursday , Jan 16, 2003
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Chinese Movie: Gege (Older Brother)
Space For Imagination 6279 1280, 7PM

Italian Movie: The Last Emperor
The story about Chinese last Emperor: Pu Yi, Italian with English subtitles
Italian Embassy - Cultural Office, italcult@public.bta.net.cn

Live performance from "FM3"
River 65944714, 9 PM

Free Korean Class
Korean Culture & Press Dept 84538112, 5 - 7 PM

Band "Stereo" performs
Nashville 65024201, 9 PM

Friday , Jan 17, 2003
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Beethoven's Piano Concerto
Century Theatre 64664805, 7:30 PM

Jazz with Morenod donadel
The Loft 65017501, 9PM

Band "Waste Land" Special perfromance
Get Lucky 64299109, 9 PM

Chinese Movie: Pretty Big Feet
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Catch rhythm and Blues Legends
Big Easy 65086776, 9 PM

Saturday , Jan 18, 2003
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Mozart's Concert No 3 in G
National Library Concert Hall 68485462, 7:30 PM

Chinese Classical Dances Concert
Beizhan Theater 68344384, 7 PM

Underground Bash
Get Lucky 64299109, 9 PM

Live Rock by "buyi" (from Ningxia) and wild Children (from Qinghai)
CD Cafe 65018877 - 3032

Drink party with the DJ's spicy tunes
Arena 62521374, 7 PM

Chinese Movie: Pretty Big Feet
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Sunday , Jan 19, 2003
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Beijing Hikers: The Rolling Hills and the empty lands
Pick up: 8:30am at the Lido Hotel outside
Walking time: 4 hours
Bjhikers@yahoo.co.uk

Writing Spring Couplets and making Chinese auspicious knots
More info: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org

 
Upcoming
Events

Ballet: White-hair Woman ( bai mao nu)
Century Theatre 64664805, Jan 24 - 25

Ditan Spring Festival Temple Fair
Ditan Park 64214657, Jan 30 - Feb 7

Wednesday, January 29 - YPHH Happy Hour, 6:30 onwards
Every last Wednesday of the month, also in 2003, the YPHH Happy Hour, the biggest Happy Networking Event of Beijing. For details, please surf to http://www.yphh.com

 
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