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Xianzai Beijing
Volume 10, issue 12 - March 20 2006
Click a section in the Table of Contents below to get great information
  Weekly Quiz   Ni Zai Na Li?   Weather Forecast   China News
  China Classifieds   Funny Pics   Antique Furniture   Hotel Deals
  Dining Out   Travel Information   Education   Health and Fitness
  Relocations   Property and Real Estate   Jobs  

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Weekly Quiz

Are you smart enough?
Search through this week's email newsletter for answers to the following questions. Then submit your information before Wednesday at noon (Beijing time) to be eligible to win great prizes.
This week's prize is a voucher for Afanti Restaurant worth 150RMB!

1): Where will ClubFootball's junior soccer coaching programmes kick off at the end of this month?
2): How many Russian artists come to perform for the Year of Russia?
3): What's the admission fee of Vics' Bikini Party?

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YPHHWhere Are You?!
Each month, YPHH organizes Happy Networking Events at bars and restaurants in Beijing. Visit www.yphh.com for more info and check back each week to see if you are pictured here!

If You Are Above, You Have Just Won
Voucher for Afanti Restaurant worth 150RMB!
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Weather Forecast
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China News
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Funny Pics
These are real pictures taken by real China travelers!

Thanks to Steven Wang for the pic:

Send in your favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to sendfunnypics@xianzai.com with the subject "Xianzai Beijing Funny Pics!". We'll post the best pics here each week!

Antique Furniture

Each week we highlight a new and interesting piece of antique Chinese furniture!

 

This piece is just perfect for your dining room. The upper part of the cabinet is ideal for displaying your silver ware and china in a very discrete manner and the deep bottom cubby you will find most suitable for table cloths while napkins and utensils you can keep within reach in two drawers above.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/

Hotel Deals

Upgrade Your Trip at Crowne Plaza Beijing
With its contemporary designed rooms, the new renovated Crowne Plaza Beijing directly located on Wangfujing Avenue, offering easy access to International business centers, vibrant shopping venues and an array of historical landmarks. Add only RMB 400 to upgrade to Executive Floor, enjoy the benefits of complimentary buffet breakfast, free Broadband Internet access & local calls, happy cocktail hour, late check out and many others. For reservation, dial China Toll Free Number 800 830 4088 or e-mail: reservation@crowneplazabj.com

"May Blossom" - A holiday Special at the Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center from RMB828 Per Room Per Night
This special rate includes 2 daily buffet breakfasts; Child under 12 years stays free of charge with parents and breakfast at kid's price; Free use of our roof top swimming pool overlooking the city; Access to both our Pulse Health Club; Within walking distance to shopping malls, eateries and tourist sites. Valid from: 28th April to 7th May 2006. Rate is subject to availability and 15% surcharge. For reservations: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.khblc@kempinski.com; Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.com

Select Rate and Weekend Package
This spring enjoy fabulous room rates at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai. Available from 1 February to 30 April 2006, the value-added rate starts from RMB1550 only. The rate is subject to 15% service charge. Select Rate and Weekend Package: Deluxe River View - From RMB2250 / RMB1550 (weekends); Executive Room - From RMBB2300 / RMB1750 (weekends). Weekend package is available on Fridays and Saturdays. For reservations, simply call (8621) 6882 6888, fax (8621) 6882 0160 or email: reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com

Dining Out

A Taste of Finest Dim sum in a Traditional Noble Courtyard
Visit the award-winning Huang Ting, which is renowned for its sophisticated yet stylish setting in a traditional noble courtyard house, for an authentic Cantonese dim sum lunch prepared by veteran dim sum chef, Ieong Kin Meng. Chef Ieong shares his secret recipe with his team on both authentic Cantonese dim sum selections and his own creations to come up with a new dim sum a la carte menu. Along with it, a ten-course dim sum set lunch is also available daily from 11:30pm to 2:30pm at RMB180 plus 15% surcharge per person. For more details or reservation, please contact The Peninsula Palce's Huang Ting on (8610) 8516 2888 extension 6707.

Presidential Plaza Beijing March Promotion
*Australian Beef Promotion - Chef Helen Lowe has created a fantastic selection of Aussie Beef. Now open for lunch! Come and try the delicious Lunch Menu *Seafood Promotion - Chef Lin Yi has prepared an acclaimed menu of Seafood dishes to be enjoyed in the Dynasty Jade Garden. Tel: (8610) 5858 5588.

Easter Day at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center, Sunday April 16, 2006
Join us for Easter and enjoy a host of fun-packed activities certain to please young and old alike. Seasons Cafe Easter Sunday Brunch on April 16th, 2006. Rmb 328.00net for per person including soft drink, coffee and tea; Rmb 388.00net for per person including sparkling wine, wine buffet, soft drink, Paulaner beer, and coffee, tea. Children under 12 years old will be half price. For more information, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4105. Kempi Deli: Let our staff bring Easter to you with a wide selection of chocolate rabbits, eggs, cross buns, Easter cakes and breads from April 3rd to April 18th, 2006. For more information, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5741.

Reasonable Priced Set Menus at Sampan Restaurant
Sampan restaurant will bring up fresh set menus catering the demands from 1 business travelers, 2 leisure guests to 4-6 family gatherings on April, 2006. For further detailed information, please contact: 010 6515 8855 ext 2183..

Sixth Sense Japanese Restaurant & Bar Has Reopened Its Doors
With the addition of teppanyaki and a comfortable lounge we have created a fantastic dining experience for you and your guests. Ongoing Promotion: Set Lunch RMB 30-70, Teppanyaki for Two RMB 98-238, daily Happy Hour 5-8pm buy 1 get 1 free. Add: #4 Jianguomen Nei Dajie, just east of Customs bldg. Tel: (8610) 6559 6606/6667.

HOT! Assorted Buffet Special At The Loft
Tasty food and reasonable price in a nice cozy atmosphere with musical entertainment; Order for above 5 persons get a bottle of complimentary fine wine. Lunch (11.30-14.00): RMB98 per person; Afternoon tea (14.00-17.00): RMB 48 per person; Dinner (18.00-22.00): RMB138 per person. Get RMB20 coupon for every RMB100 consumption during lunch; Get RMB30 coupon for every RMB150 order for dinner. TEL (8610) 6501 7501


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Travel Information

Economy - China to Europe, RMB6,400 return
The preferred airline to Northern Europe. Fly to Europe from Beijing or Shanghai on Scandinavian Airlines before May 31 for only RMB 6,400 for a return Economy ticket. All flights offer low-cost wireless Internet and the care, simplicity and attention to detail that goes into everything we do at Scandianvian Airlines. For flight bookings call the Scandinavian Airlines offices in Beijing (010) 8527 6100 or Shanghai (021) 5228 5001. Note: The offer is valid for outbound travel between April 1 and May 31, 2006 with the return flight before June 30. The rate may be subject to taxes and surcharges.

Great News from Lufthansa German Airlines! Big Saving! Exciting Offers to Europe - RMB6600
Experience Lufthansa's renowned services on daily flights from Beijing to Europe via Frankfurt or Munich with a special offer of RMB 6600. Offer is subject to availability. Other restrictions apply. For further information please call: (8610) 6468 8838 or visit www.lufthansa.com.cn or contact your travel agent.

Daily Nonstop from Shanghai to Chicago
On April 3, 2006, American Airlines introduces daily nonstop service from Shanghai Pudong to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. This brings a lot of excitement since this will be American's first nonstop between China and America. From Shanghai, you will enjoy the flight on board our 777s, the largest and most comfortable aircraft in our fleet. Once in Chicago, American Airlines, together with American Eagle, offers easy connections to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. If you are not a member of the AAdvantage program, you can register at www.aa.com/aadvantage. For reservations, please contact your travel agent or call American at (8621) 6375 8686.

Kingdom Travel 5TH Anniversary Celebration Promotion!
Every Thailand Package Booking for May Holidays, discount of RMB300 p.p applied (pay by 31Mar)! 7D/6N Phuket Package RMB6,100p.p, 6D/5N Samui RMB6,510p.p. As the Premier Provider of S.E Asia Vacation, we are holding various tailor-made May Holiday packages with Guaranteed spaces to Thailand, Indo-China, Malaysia, Maldives...etc. Just tell us where you want to go and leave all the works to us! Whatever you're looking for, we promise you’ll find it right here with Kingdom Travel! So what are you waiting for? Contact us at Tel (8610) 5870 3388, Fax (8610) 5870 0383 or fit@kingdomtravel.com.cn

Begin Your Sunny Trip With Zhong Fei Air Service
As a professional air ticket agent, we provide 24-hour free consulting service on airfare and travel. Domestic tickets are on offer with 60% off or higher discount. Special international air are tickets also availale. All tickets can be taken at the airport before your depature. TEL (8610) 6412 1318

Go To The Origin Of Peach Blossom For Peachblossom
The Origin Of Peach Blossom (Tao Hua Yuan) of Hunan Province has more than 1600 years history. Known as a fairyland and Xanadu in the writing of famous Chinese poet Tao Yuanming, the place is full of picturesque scenery, unique pavilions and abundant poetic steles. For years it has been a destination for both scholars and sightseers around the world. Door ticket: RMB50. Check your favorite travel agency or call (86736) 6822491 for details.



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Education

Learn Chinese Language and Culture!
Beijing FESCO International Teaching Center, as the earliest government designated training organization, has acquired ISO9001 Certification, and offers customized group or individual Mandarin classes of different levels. We are an authorized HSK Testing Center with over 400 qualified teachers, training you on Business Chinese, offering Seminars and courses on traditional Chinese cultural subjects: Taiji, Calligraphy, Fengshui, and etc. Teacher positions for Native speakers are available! Please mail to mandarin@fesco.com.cn

The Frontiers School - Make Mandarin Studying Easier
Promotional Beginner Class (40hours/1000rmb) starts on 16th March. 2006! We have small group class 3-5 people; Courses for all levels; Flexible schedules; Experienced teachers; Pleasing environment; Convenient location; Competitive prices. For more information please call (8610) 6413 1547 or (8610) 6413 1548, or mail to frontiers@frontiers.com.cn

The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing offers the English National Curriculum from the age of 3. IGCSEs are offered in Year 10. It is situated in the Embassy District of Beijing and yields very high academic results as supported by last year's UK SATs results. A broad child centred education is offered with small class numbers (15 - 20). A state of the art campus will be opened in Shunyi in September 2006, offering parents the choice of two locations. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.


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Health & Fitness

Swimming Pool Temptation...
Why going to a crowded public swimming pool when at The Presidential Plaza Hotel - Beijing, you can enjoy the peace of swimming in crystal clear water interrupted. Come, rediscover and enjoy the serenity of a heaven swim with us. Our new "Swimming Pool Temptation" is only 500 RMB for single or 750RMB per couple, per month from 6.00am to 11.00pm each day. No need to bring your towel and slippers, we provide it for you. Relax in a steam or sauna room and our relaxation room. A complimentary herbal tea will be offered to you. At the Presidential Plaza Hotel - Beijing, we really want to make your life.. A Joy Please contact our Wellness team for bookings and inquiries, dial (8610) 5858 5588 - 8505.

Jinyu Clinic
Boasting more than a dozen special departments that are respectively specialized in TCM, eediatrics, message, stomatology, gynaecology and dermatology, we are able to help you recover from a series of difficult illnesses. We also provide you outpatient, nutrition instruction, special care and home care to upon request. Discount available for members. Address: East of Jinyu Building, Hangtianqiao, West Third Ring. TEL (8610) 6872 7625

Huilan Yoga Beijing
Are you seeking a way off the heavy pressure from daily work? We can have you fully relaxed with our vivid yoga courses, entertainment performance, music and much more. We offer a full variety of yoga activities including posture lessons, yoga exercises, seminars and kids' yoga etc. Membership fee: RMB230/person. Reservation hotline: (8610) 6716 0441

Beijing Chengzheng Tianyun Dentist
Membership based dental clinic providing "private dentist" service. Enjoy immediate service upon reservation, friendly doctors will kindly to inform you everything about dental health. Address: #3 Building, Hongjia Liyuan, Haidian District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 8205 0368

 

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Relocations

CIM Continental International Moving
Located at 50 meters away from Chaoyang customs office, CIM Continental International Moving provide a fully range of moving, storage, record management and expatriates documentation services. Wherever you move, whenever you move - call CIM. Tel: (8610) 8762 5110 /8762 5109. Fax: (8610) 8762 5281; Email: info@cimmover.com; Web: www.cimmover.com

Xinxiu Relocation Service
We are a professional relocation company based in Beijing. We have a group of attentive and well-trained staff who are experts on packaging and moving. Starting price: RMB150. Price varies depending on the value of each piece of furniture to be moved. For more info please call us at (8610) 6281 0965

Considering Moving To A New House, You Have Us!
As one of the largest home moving service providers in Beijing, we have a big selection of vehicles to cater your needs and our branches spread across town to give your the most convenience choice. Call us any time in a day when you are in need of relocation, our qualified team will be immediately at yours. For price or consulting please contact 800 810 6910


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A New Two-bedroom Apartment for Rent!
Location: Located east to the Chaoyang Park, 15 minutes to China World. Size: 87.58s.m in total. Main bedroom is15sq, with a huge balcony facing south. Small bedroom is 10sq. facing west. Sitting room is 18.9sq with a small balcony facing west. Decoration: New apartment with complete decoration (wood floor). Equipped: with furniture, home electronics and air-con in each room. 24-hour hot water. Internet Access: Broad band access available. Health Club: Nirvana gym downstairs. Rental: RMB3500/month. Interested? Drop a line to Kristine at krissy_huo@yahoo.com or call 1384 316 8188.

 

Jobs

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

Job Openings at the British Embassy Beijing
The British Embassy Beijing currently has some job vacancies. For more details, please look up at the Embassy web page: www.uk.cn

The Leading Translation Company - Rainbow Network-Looking for Native speakers
We are looking for native German, French, Italian, Spanish translators in Beijing. Should be proficient with English and computer savvy. Please contact grace@365rainbow.com

Job Openings at Western Academy of Beijing
Western Academy of Beijing, an international school with 1230 students from 50 over nationalities is now seeking a China Studies Teacher who is experienced in teaching Chinese history and culture. Part of the responsibility involves organizing Chinese cultural activities, including exchange programs with the Chinese community and excursions to parts of China. WAB also has openings for IB English teacher, French & Spanish teacher, Dutch teacher, Desktop Publisher, Registrar, Power School Database Manager, Nurse and other dynamic positions. For more information, please browse www.wab.edu or call HR at +8610 8456 4155 Ext 1062. Email applications to ylzhang@westernacademy.com or Lng@westernacademy.com

Relocation Company is Looking for the Assignment Consultants:
1.Chinese National with very strong real estate background and excellent English communications skills; 2.Expatriate Consultants from South Africa,UK,USA for part time assignments. Please email your resume at renata.inokomis@sirva.com.cn

Native English Teachers Wanted at Berlitz
We are looking for full-time and part-time experienced native English teachers to be part of our continually expanding business. We teach at many big International Companies and top Universities here in Beijing and other cities. If you would like to be part of the well-known International Berlitz Company, send your c.v. to hr@berlitz.com.cn

Kids Teachers Wanted for Saturday Work at Berlitz
Berlitz Beijing are looking for energetic, motivated Instructors for their Saturday kids programs. We are looking for people who love kids and at the same time are professional and care about punctuality, continuity and their students progress. Classes are small and Berlitz have their own Kids material. Training in the Berlitz Method will be given. Please send your c.v. to hr@berlitz.com.cn

 

Classifieds

Office Space Available for Rent:
Good location in Jianguomenwai Avenue about 30 square meters, overlook the Embassy area from the office, reasonable price with office facilities include. If you are interested please email to sherril@uichina.com or (8610) 8526 2528/29 ext.16 for more information.

Office Space Available for Rent
We have several rooms at the 5th floor of Baishihe building(west of the SOHO city), very good location, 2 minutes walk to subway. Interest parties, please call (8610) 6568 2990. Price negotiable.

Chang An Club Membership Card for Sale:
Beijing famous club to meet your needs for business network, includes membership card of "International Associate Clubs" with access to over 250 exclusive members-only clubs around the globe. Transfer price is 2000USD less than original fee. Please email to: sherril@uichina.com or (8610) 8526 2528/29 ext.16

 

Services

Johnson Computer Connections
Dealers in computers, peripherals and various digital equipments. Specialized on-site technical support using both Chinese & English language. We offer home service and IT Outsourcing Managed Service for hardware & software as well as internet access including wireless LAN, ADSL, VPN, Email, Kill virus, home theater maintenance etc 7 days a week. Tel: (8610) 5165 9192, Website: www.johnson.net.cn, E-mail: johnson@johnson.net.cn

Computer Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn. Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn

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 Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

Beijing Skrivanek Translation Service Ltd.
We are one of the largest localization companies in the world. We have the ability to provide an unparalleled depth of resources for localization into the languages of Central and Eastern Europe. Our mission is to provide solutions that enable business and institutional organizations to communicate accurately their ideas and visions to their clients in foreign markets. Address: Room 310, Shangzhiyuan Plaza, No. Jia 10, Wangjiayuan, Dongcheng District. For quotation, please call us at (8610) 6553 7165

Beijing Dong You Law Office
We are a professional law firm that provides you comprehensive legal services, including handling cases concerning domestic and overseas financing, technology transfer, real estate development, protection of intellectual property rights, and related consulting services; going through the procedure for opening foreign-invested enterprises etc. Address: B22, Jianwai Soho 39 East Third Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL 800-990-8866

We Provide Qualified Ayi And Housekeepers
Our company is specialized in providing housekeeping and child/elder caring service for both Chinese and foreign families in Beijing. All our Ayi and housekeepers have been trained in their special fields with much experience in actual practice. General housekeeping RMB650-1200/month; child care RMB700-1400/month; elder caring RMB700-1300/month. Address: No. 3 Building, Luozhuang Xili, Zhichun Road, Haidian District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 8235 7819

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

China International Radio & TV Information Network Exhibition 2006
March 21 - 23, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

Beijing Hotel Facilities And Accessories Exhibition 2006
March 21 - 23, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

11th International Architecture And Building Materials Exhibit
March 21 - 24, Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6633

China International Gifts And Home Accessories Exhibition 2006
March 22 - 25, China National Agricultural Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6509 6688

13th China Beijing International Gift & Craftwork Exhibition
March 23 - 26, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 8779 2001

2006 Spring Job Fair
March 23 - 24, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

China International Wedding Dress And Photography Device Exposition 2006
March 17 - 20, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

China International ITS Technology And Products Exhibition 2006
March 18 - 20, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 8779 2001

The Soul Of The Plateau
Artist, Chen Xiaoxiong expresses his unique feelings about mysterious Tibet through his paintings.
March 20, Qin Gallery TEL (8610) 8779 0461

Unmask - Return To Moth Culture
Bian Pingshan's solo exhibition.
Through April 12, Onemoon. TEL (8610)6427 7748

Not As Simple As XYZ
This is an inaugural show of XwhyZ Space, featuring British artist Martin Barnes' 2D computer images and Canadian painter Timothy McEvenue's works.
March 18 - 28, XwhyZ Space TEL (8610) 6403 8851

Mirroring The Age
The debut exhibition of the Italy Year in China featuring works of famous Italian artists including Donatello, Leonardo Da Vinci. Tiziano and more.
Through April 23, China Millennium Monument TEL (8610) 6857 3281

West Han Kingdom
Consisted of four sections that are respectively themed as "Broken Dream of Eternal Life", "Flappy Extragavant Life", "Dissilient Life Fashion" and "Long Covered History", this exhibition offers a window for people to view the splendid history of the Chu Kingdom during the West Han period.
Through April 20, China National Museum TEL (8610) 6513 2801

Object Cast
Grounding the stage of the installation, the billiard table becomes the site for the congregation of different and multiple objects, simulacra of interconnected stories and identities, which are presented as a spirited cast from an undetected time, and connected to the central green felt table.
10:30am-5:30pm, January 22 - March 26, Beijing Tokyo Art Projects. TEL (8610) 8457 3245

 

Theater & Performances

The Year of Russia in China
The famous Bolshoi Theater, including its symphony orchestra, ballet, opera troupe and chorus, a whopping 300 artists in all, will be performing opera and ballet over three nights. Ticket: RMB100-680.
7.30pm, March 21-23, Great Hall of the People, west of Tian'an Men Square. TEL (8610) 6608 1188

Stolen Life
Best known for her stylish pop love story Baober in Love, fifth generation director Li Shaohong skillfully adapts An Duns true account novel by giving actress Zhou Xin a strong character to bring to life. Wu Jin is equally strong as an agent of deception. Stolen Life took the Best Narrative Film award at the 2005 Tribeca Film Festival in New York.
8pm, March 24-25. Cherrylane Movies, east of the 21st Century Theater, An Jia Lou Street (off Liang Ma Qiao Road). Call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Happiness Costs Nothing
Mimmo Calopresti, the director of this existential drama, stars as Sergio, a successful architect who is suddenly afflicted with a malaise. Haunted by the ghost of a co-worker, Sergio takes a mistress, offends his best friends, refuses to acknowledge guidance from his doctor, and eventually loses everything. He has a failed relationship with a woman named Sara (Francesca Neri). Only after losing it all does Sergio find something worthwhile in life.
7pm, March 23, Italian Embassy Cultural Office, 2# Sanlitun Dong Er Jie. TEL (8610) 6532 2187

Jonathan Lee
Taiwanese music tycoon Jonathan Lee will come to the capital. Tickets selling for RMB280-1680.
7:30pm, March 24-25, Capital Gymnasium, 5 Baishiqiao, Xizhimen Wai, Haidian District. TEL (8610) 6524 9847

The Playboy Of The Western World
The Playboy is a hugely entertaining story of an oppressed son turned glamorous stranger who drifts into town, rises to fame and wins the hearts of every woman, only to be exposed by his resurrected Dad. In Chinese and with an all Chinese cast 'PLAYBOY' will open in China's premier venue, Beijing Oriental Pioneer Theatre.
March 16-25, Beijing Oriental Pioneer Theatre, 8-2 Lane 3, Dong Dan, East District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 6527 6911. More info via info@panpantheatre.com.

 

Nightlife

Funk Slyde
This UK DJ Duo is made up of two veterans of the dance music realm: DJ Robin 12Tree and Jason Laidback who have been famous for a lot of remixes including one for the popular Shirley Bassey. 10pm till late, March 24, Babyface. TEL (8610) 6551 9081

Hi Doing's Grand Opening
In celebration of its grand opening, Hi Doing will invite DJ Lisa from Playboy as well as a number of other renowned DJs to welcome its new customer in the night. 8pm-2am, March 24. Hi Doing Club. For more info please contact (8610) 5869 7380 ext. 12.

Edguy & Chao Zai
On March 24, Tango will host two famous bands, one is Edguy from Germany and the other is Chao Zai from China. The two will jointly present a performance to Beijing fans who are keen on their different styles. Tickets range RMB120-240. 8pm-2am, March 24. Booking hotline: (8610) 6203 1030

PK Show
Be courageous enough to show yourself and won the ten thousand RMB cash prize and the chance to become a famous star. March 24-April 8. Nightman Club. Registration hotline: (8610) 5128 5128

Lovely Night
International dance troups are invited, all actors and actresses present wonderful show in cat's dress. Free for ladies and members. RMB50 admission. RMB200 for unlimited flow of drinks. 8pm-5am, March 24. Jinri Liangyuan Club. For details call 13466621396

Vics' Bikini Party
Vics lifts the curtains for Summer Party in this early Spring. On March 25 the interior of Vics will be covered with white sand, beautiful flowers, shells as well as other necessary furnishings for a pleasant and romantic sands party. Pretty girls, live bartending performance and free drinks are all await for you. RMB60 per person. 8pm-2am, March 25. Vics. TEL (8610) 6593 6215

Sonic Bastards China Tour
This well-known Austrian punk band Sonic Bastards will make a tour performance in China. Their first stop will land 13 Club on March 25. Ticket: RMB30 per person. 9pm, 13 Club. TEL (8610) 8262 8077

Second-hand Rose Blooming At Nameless Highland
Second-hand Rose, one of the most fantastic rock bands in China is best known for combining Chinese national art into its music. It will come and rock and bloom at Nameless Highland on March 25. Ticket: RMB50/RMB40 for students. 9:30pm-1am, Nameless Highland. TEL (8610) 6489 1613

The above info is provided by www.clubzone.com.


For more bars information, please visit

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Haidian

Nuren Jie

HouHai

Other

 

 
Weekly Calendar

Monday, March 20, 2006
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2006 World Snooker China Open
The top 32 players in the world will all be competing in China's premier professional snooker tournament. RMB 70-680.
Through March 26, Beijing University Students' Gymnasium TEL (8610) 8209 9320

Lecture: Entrepreneurship At The Smith School
Business leadership program presented by the world-renowned faculty and distinguished guest speakers of University of Maryland's prestigious Robert H. Smith School of Business. Free.
7pm, Beijing American Club. TEL (8610) 6510 2600

New Standard English
A kid show on CETV 1.
10pm-3pm. Monday through Thursday.


Tuesday, March 21, 2006
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Quiz Night
9pm. John Bull Pub TEL (8610) 6532 5905

Argentine Tango
All levels of dancers welcome and no partner necessary. RMB40 per class.
8pm, Golden Dancing Academy. TEL (8610) 6708 9567

The Rotary Club of Beijing meets at the Kempinski Hotel every Tuesday at 12:00PM. Members of the Rotary Club are from a cross-section of local businesses and professional leaders who come together for fellowship and to build lifelong friendships, promote high ethical standards in all vocations and seek personal satisfaction in providing volunteer service to others in need of help. For further information, please contact: Ms. Li Xiaohui by phone at (8610) 6581 3668 or visit our website at www.rotaryclub-beijing.org or email us at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com. The President of the Rotary Club of Beijing for the year 2005 - 2006 is Mr. Carl-Ludwig Dorwald.


Wednesday, March 22, 2006
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Screening: Chinese History
Chinese documentary with English subtitles. Price: RMB40
7:30pm, Chinese Culture Club. TEL (8610) 6432 9341

Absolute Live
Featuring Mongolian folk rocker Hang Gai. RMB30.
10pm, Yugong Yishan. TEL (8610) 6415 0687

Martini Night
Buy two get one free all night long from Zub's long Martini menu and enjoy the background tunes brought by their resident DJs. Free entry for girls, RMB20 for guys.
8pm, Zub. TEL (8610) 8286 6240


Thursday, March 23, 2006
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Film: Happiness Costs Nothing
7pm, Italian Embassy Cultural Office. TEL (8610) 6532 2187

80s REDUX
All the best 80s NON DANCING songs that you never get to hear anymore. Music from the Smiths, Depeche Mode, The Cure, Duran Duran, INXS, REM and more. Drink Specials Commemorating Songs On Offer.
8pm onwards, Alfa. TEL (8610) 8447 0666-388


Friday, March 24, 2006
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Film: Stolen Life
8pm, today and tomorrow, Cherrylane Movies. Call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Kammerstammitsch
Monthly social network event where participants will can communicate their ideas and exchange views.
7pm, Paulaner Brauhaus TEL (8610) 6590 0926 ext. 210

Jonathan Lee
Taiwanese music tycoon Jonathan Lee will come to the capital. Tickets selling for RMB280-1680.
7:30pm, today and tomorrow. Capital Gymnasium, 5 Baishiqiao, Xizhimen Wai, Haidian District. TEL (8610) 6524 9847

Flirting Friday
Free cocktails for four hottest girls after midnight, with tunes of DJ Mon Eli, DJ Rich and DJ G Dee.
8pm onwards, Bar Blu. TEL (8610) 6416 7567


Saturday, March 25, 2006
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Guitar Star
Xie Si, an undisputable guitar master will come to Nameless Highland bringing with him his rock style guitar "Xie's Fusion" to Beijing fans.
9:30pm, Nameless Highland. TEL (8610) 6489 1613

Afro-Soul
Featuring hip hop, r'n b, reggae and much more.
8pm, Zub. TEL (8610) 8286 6240


Sunday, March 26, 2006
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Jazz Brunch
Enjoy Germany style brunch with live jazz background. RMB98 per person.
11:30am, Die Kochmutzen. TEL (8610) 5869 3830

Rock Party
Featuring rock and pop. RMB20.
9:30pm, Get Lucky. TEL (8610) 8448 3335

 

Upcoming Events

Wed. March 29 - YPHH 5th Wednesday at Le Palais, 8pm
A new concept for the occasion that March has 5 Wednesdays! We welcome you from 8pm at brand new desserts lounge Le Palais for a 2-hour free flow of sparkling wine! During the entire evening you can try out all the delicious desserts, even after the 2 hour free flow! Entrance fee is only RMB 100 per person. More info and reservations on http://www.yphh.com/cities/bj-5w.htm

"We"
This film tells the story of two brothers on different life paths. It won the Best Made for Television Movie award of the 14th China Golden Rooster and Full Blossom Film Festival 2005. RMB50. In Chinese with English subtitles. 8pm, March 31 - April 1, Cherrylane Movies, east of the 21st Century Theater, An Jia Lou Street (off Liang Ma Qiao Road). Call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Santa Maradona
This film talks about two vivacious, directionless, unemployed, passionate young men who share a spacious bachelor pad in Turin, Italy. Andrea, 27 year old, just graduated from University with a useless degree, spends his days looking for a job and killing time talking endlessly with room-mate Bart, a supposed literary critic who never works, and Indo-Italian friend Lucia. Everything changes when he meets Dolores, a beautiful teacher and actress. In Italian with English subtitles. 7pm, March 30, Italian Embassy Cultural Office, 2# Sanlitun Dong Er Jie. TEL (8610) 6532 2187

80's Night
Got synthesizers? Beijing's longest running monthly event keeps us all hanging on - come rock out with the infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B, Vinyl Ritchie and the strut of Sweet F.A. 80's prices on shots and Long Island Iced Tea. Date: Friday, March 31th, 2006, 10pm till late. Alfa. TEL (8610) 8447 0666-388

L'affaire Marcorelle
L'Affaire Marcorelle is a story about Marcorelle, a poor guy who must manage to get outside a trap: one night at the restaurant he meets a beautiful waitress, Agneska and has a crush on her, Marcorelle kindly offers the girl to take her at her home where he later realizes she actually is a polish prostitute, then a confuse incident takes place and ends with a guy dead in the floor. So that's how he gets involved with the mafia trading with women in an intricate case which could demolish his reputation. RMB20 (RMB10 for students). In French with Chinese subtitles, 6pm, April 1-6, French Cultural Centre, 18 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6553 2627

Tiesto
Not many DJs have experienced the rush of being voted the world's number one in DJ Magazine's prestigious poll. No other DJ can claim to have won it three times, let alone consecutively. But Tiesto definitely have claimed both. He is the first DJ in the world to sell out a solo stadium event for over 25,000 people; he scored a number one hit with his single Traffic, the first instrumental track to reach the top spot in his homeland of Holland in 23 years. He will come to Beijing on April 10 to have a live performance at Coco Banana. 10pm onward, for more info call (8610) 8599 9999

Hold The Date
The International Festival Chorus proudly presents Giuseppe Verdi and Giocomo Puccini, conducted by Nicholas Smith featuring soloists from Spoleto, Italy, 7:30pm, Saturday, 15 April 2006. Tickets selling for RMB50-320. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285

Community Announcements

Charity In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental organizations operating in China doing so much great work. But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup.php to get started with CharityInChina.org!

YPHHThe St. David's Society of Beijing
The SDSB provides cultural and social experiences for those Welsh, Chinese and others, which regularly include a celebration of St. David's Day (Gwyl Dewi Sant), Christmas party, rugby games, quiz nights and the like, to ensure that the 'hwyl' of Welshness is not lost in Beijing. For further information, please contact The Bard, Gilbard Honey-Jones on headmaster@britishschool.org.cn or telephone (8610) 8532 3088..

YPHHYPHH Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people in Beijing, Shanghai & Shenzhen. Average age is 25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH Wine Nights and monthly YPHH Happy Hours, weekend-outings, day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes to the mailing list, please log onto our renewed website http://www.yphh.com

Holiday Inn Lido Beijing ClubFootball 5-a-side League (Side Park, Xiaoyun Lu)
32 teams battle it out in 4 divisions from Monday to Thursday in ClubFootball's Spring 5-a-side league. The tournament runs from mid-March to the End of April, and is open to corporate and amateur teams. New divisions will be kicking off shortly at other city-centre locations. New teams and players are welcome. For full details, see www.clubfootball.com.cn, mail play@wanguoqunxing.com, or call (8610) 6417 0495.

Special Olympics Sneaker Ball
The American Community Club (ACC) of Beijing will be hosting a Sneaker Ball to benefit Special Olympics and the 2007 World Games. The Sneaker Ball will be held in Beijing on April 22, 2006. It is the only black-tie formal in Beijing where sneakers are required attire! To purchase tickets at 800RMB per person, please contact Trish Smith at tsmith@specialolympics.org or 13439308846.

ClubFootball Spring Junior Coaching Programmes and ClubFootball Junior League
ClubFootball's junior soccer coaching programmes are expanding and kick off at the end of March at the ISB, BSB, Harrow, Yew Chung, BCIS, BWYA, IAB and Eton International Schools! Courses are open to foreign and local kids aged to 18, and all courses are coached by ClubFootball's English FA-qualified coaches in a fun environment. Kids from Grades 2 to 8 can also take part in the new ClubFootball Junior League. For full course information, please see www.clubfootball.com.cn, mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com, or call (8610) 6417 0495.

The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced choral singers of all voice types. The Chorus has members from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral concerts three times a year. For more information or to schedule an audition please email auditions@beijingifc.org or visit us online at www.beijingifc.org

Vermilion Beijing Devils Rugby Club Supported by Guinness
we are a rugby club in Beijing, open to all nationalities of any playing ability. Non-playing, social members are also welcome. The club has over 150 members. We train on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, the meeting point is the Den Bar, at 7pm. Games are played on weekends - for more information please visit www.beijingdevils.com.

BICF Welcomes You - Beijing International Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders. People from 60+ countries come together each Sunday morning at 9 and 11 am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information about BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org or call us at (8610) 8454 3468

The Commonwealth Society of Beijing is a voluntary, non-profit organization made up of members from the Commonwealth countries. Members meet every second Tuesday of the month. Membership fees are RMB100 per anum, a fee which creates a basis for annual Charity fund-raising functions. For more information, contact: sisneo@hotmail.com or tpbm@hotmail.com

Alcoholics Anomymous - If you want to drink that is your business. If you want to stop, that is our business. For more information check out our website: aabeijing.com or send us an email at: beijingfellows@yahoo.com

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 heidihyshen@163.com or 13001039563

Beijing Linux User Group
For Linux Newbies and Linux Experts, all are welcome! Send an email to info@beijinglug.org or visit our website at http://www.beijinglug.org for more information about our monthly meetings.

River of Grace Church
"The River" is an English language international church for foreign passport holders. Sunday worship services begin 10:00 a.m., with pre-servic! e prayer starting at 9:30 a.m. We are meeting temporarily at the Yu Yang Hotel (No. 18 Xin Yuan Xili Middle Street, Chaoyang District, Phone: (86)10-64669988). Home groups meet on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday in the Chaoyang area. For the latest information, check our website at www.theriverofgrace.com

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu -- Learn to defend yourself against a bigger, stronger and heavier opponent. Club meets every week on TUE, THU, SAT from 7:45 to 9:00 pm at East Gate Plaza. Contact Andy 1380-137-8214 or email bjjbeijing@yahoo.com for more info.

Chinese Culture Club is a non-profit organization with interesting lectures, trips, hands-on activities and courses. Open to anyone. All events have English narration/translation. More info: 64329341

International Friendship Football Club in Beijing
Men, Women and Youth Football every weekend. Anyone (from beginner to high level) is welcomed to join a team or if you have team your are welcomed to join too. We play on grass fields near Wangjing. 100RMB / 50RMB students are the member fees for one year season. For more information please check out our website: www.triggerfish.de/iffc or e-mail: iffc@263.net.cn or call: 6234 7106.

The Italian Women's Association is a non-profit, non-religious, non-political organization. the association is open to everybody, as an opportunity of meeting, exchange and solidarity. Meeting held each first and third Thursday of the month at 10.30 a.m at the Cultural Institute of the Italian Embassy (Sanlitun Dong Er Jie). For further information, please contact: pechinodonne@hotmail.com.

 

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