TAKE OFF TO THE USA ON UNITED AIRLINES FOR AS LOW AS RMB 5670 ROUND TRIP!
For a limited time, United Airlines winter savings festival will take you
round trip from Beijing or Shanghai to San Francisco, Los Angeles or
Seattle for  only RMB 5670. Travel on Mondays through Thursdays between now
and March  31st (complete your trip no later than April 15th).   This
special offer is for actual United Airlines flights and is valid for
tickets issued by February 15th.
Want to see more of the USA?
FLY ROUND TRIP TO ANY OF 220 U.S. CITIES FOR RMB 7500
Fly round trip to any of 220 cities across the USA for only RMB 7500.
What's more, you can visit up to 8 additional cities for only RMB 750 per
city. Take advantage of United's unrivalled U.S. domestic network with
truly great savings.
This special offer is valid for travel Mondays through Thursdays until
March 26th. Tickets for this special promotion must be issued by January
31st. Seating for these special fares is limited and restrictions apply.
Certain peak travel dates may not be available.  All fares plus applicable
tax.  Call United Airlines at Beijing:  (01) 6463-1111 or Shanghai: (021)
6279-8009 or contact us at: mailto:flyua@public.bta.net.cn

Schiller's 2 Valentine's Couple Set Dinner ONLY 198 RMB each
* 1 glass of Sparkling Wine each
* Warm Salmon Salad with green vegetables
* Beef consume soup with liver dumplings
* One glass of French BORDEAUX  Red Wine each
* U.S. T-Bone Steak 400 - 500g with buttered vegetables and gratin potatoes
* Valentines Day cake and coffee, chocolates and a rose.
Book early and call Schiller's 2 for more information:
Schiller's Office  Tel: 6586-1861/62  Fax: 6593-6322
Coming soon a great Chinese New Year's Eve party on the 15th of Feb. 1999

PARAGON LAW OFFICE a registered US law firm in Beijing since 1993 keeps the
cost of legal services down to size. Working with top PRC lawyers in China
we will consider servicing your company's debt on a strictly contingency
fee basis and turn your accounts receivable into accounts payable. Our
clients get results!  If you are injured in a traffic accident or injured
in any other liability situation we will also handle your claim for
compensation on a contingency fee basis. Our clients get results! Consult
us for IPR, Arbitration, Litigation and other Commercial Services on a
reasonable fee basis.
Contact DON PARAGON, International Club, Rm. 116, 21 Jianguomenwai St.
fax/phone 6532-5238, mailto:panlushi@public.iuol.net.cn

BIG SALE IN "LA CAVE A VINS"  Does your company need gifts for customers?
Need a good wine for a home dinner? Find a selection of 40 DIFFERENT FRENCH
WINES from many areas of France, ALL PRICES, from basic level  to classified
growths  from Bordeaux area. Check it in "la cave vins", Gong  Ti Bei Lu
( near "little Paris" restaurant, 200 m from Zhao Long  Hotel, facing  the
French cultural center ).
Call our shop: 6586-6269 Open every day from Monday to Friday, 2PM to 8PM,
week end from 10AM to 8PM. For big orders ( more than 24 bottles ) call our
office: T/F: 6507-7060, mobile: 1381070351, mailto:xiaguang@bj.col.com.cn
Beijing Xia Guang is a French Taillan group company.
THINK ABOUT YOUR SPRING FESTIVAL GIFTS

AIR FRANCE EXCEPTIONAL OFFER : ONLY 4999Rmb TO EUROPE
THE BEST WAY TO START THE NEW YEAR !!!
Fly roundtrip from either Beijing, Shanghai or Hong Kong to Paris and onwards
to over 90 destinations in Europe for only 4999Rmb. In addition, choose for
the same fare any of these three cities for your return. And if you come
back to a city different from departure, benefit from special additional
fares to return to your city of origin (650Rmb between BJS-SHA;
1250Rmb between SHA-HKG; 1500Rmb between BJS-HKG). Offer
valid from 1 January to 8 February 1999. Not including airport taxes.
Limited seats per flight and restrictions apply. Contact now Air France
(010) 6588 1388 or your travel agent

AIR FRANCE LAUNCHES "THE TRANSIT PACKAGE IN PARIS" FOR ONLY 100Rmb !!!
Fly AIR FRANCE in Business or First Class from Beijing or Shanghai via
Paris to any of our 200 worldwide destinations and enjoy the possibility to
spend one night in the most magical European Capital. For only 100Rmb,
this fantastic offer includes:
- a chauffeur-driven limousine at Beijing or Shanghai to drive you to the
airport
- round trip AIR FRANCE shuttle bus transfers from CDG-Paris Airport to your
selected le Meridien Hotel in Paris
- one night accommodation at Le Meridien Etoile or Le Meridien Montparnasse
in the center of Paris
- entrance to the Lido, the most dazzling show with complimentary champagne
Offer valid till 30 March 1999 for a round ticket connecting via Paris onto
the Air France network. Adult fare only. Package to purchase upon issuance
of the ticket in Beijing or Shanghai. Contact Air France now (10) 6588 1388

Protect your business.  Although  imitation may be the highest form of
flattery, its also illegal and can destroy  your good name.  We file
trademarks, copyrights, and patents for one flat  fee.  The first to file
owns in China.  Contact:  Edward E. Lehman,  Attorney
The L & A Law Firm, China.  China Attorneys, Notaries, Patent, Trademark &
Copyright Agents    Suite 238, Beijing International Club 21
mailto:elehman@chinalaw.cc  http://www.chinalaw.cc
Tel: (86)(10) 6532-3861/2 - 74  Fax:(86)(10) 6532-3877

ALWAYS SOMETHING COOKIN' AT SWISSOTEL BEIJING..........
CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY WITH US!!!
Swissotel's Cafe Suisse is offering a free flow of Foster's beer at only
RMB 48+15% to anyone celebrating Australia Day on Tuesday, 26. January!
CAFE SUISSE
For lunch from 11.30am - 2.00pm and dinner from 6.30pm - 9.00pm
(applicable only in conjunction with food orders)
ATTENTION - NEXT TAX FREE PARTY - ATTENTION - NEXT TAX FREE PARTY
HOT BEAT & CHEAP BOOZE AGAIN ON FRIDAY, 22. JANUARY!
The Shanghai Restaurant & Bar  2. Floor  Starting 11.00pm
Buy your first drink at RMB 35 net  FREE SNACKS!!!!
AND HERE'S AN ABSOLUTE FIRST IN BEIJING:
SWISSOTEL'S DAILY WINE BUFFET!
Enjoy a FREE FLOW OF IMPORTED WINES FOR RMB 98+15% PER PERSON ONLY
Selection of 12 imported wines on display
DAILY AT CAFE SUISSE FROM 7.00PM - 9.00PM
(applicable only in conjunction with food orders)
For reservations please call Swissotel Beijing: 6501-2288
SWISSOTEL BEIJING  Hong Kong Macao Center

Beijing United Family Hospital has done a total of 71 baby deliveries.  CPR
for Adults will be conducted in the month of January while CPR for
Child/Infant will be in February - Limited to 6 per class - Register now to
ensure of a place.  Dental Care/Services is now available at Beijing United
Family Hospital.  BJU Dental Clinic is open Mon-Fri from 8.30 a.m.-5.30
p.m.  For inquiries/appointments call 6433-3962 ext. 310.
Surf at http://www.bjunited.com.cn

Sale  Sale  Sale
* Buy a Companion Business Class Ticket at 50% Discount
Ticketing date: Jan. 15/99 -  Feb. 25/99  Departure date: Feb. 08/99 - Feb.
26/99
- Route change: Per normal Business Class fare rule.
- Valid flights:  All Northwest Airlines coded  flights, including codeshares.
- Ticket restriction: Two tickets must be same itinerary and be issued at
NWA ticketing office only.
* For $450, You Can Fly To Tokyo And Back Ticketing date: Jan. 15/99 -
Mar. 30/99   Departure date: Feb. 01/99 - Mar.31/99
- Max stay: one month/Child fare: none.
- Date change: USD$75.00 each time.
- Routing: Beijing/Shanghai - Japan - Beijing/Shanghai , round trip only.
- Valid flights: Northwest flights only.
- Others: non-endorseable/non-refundable/non-rerouteable.
* Winter Special
-Fly round trip to West cost US at  RMB 5488 only.
-Fly round trip to East cost US at  RMB 7088 only.
-Valid until March 31, 1999.
Routing: Beijing/Shanghai - USA/CANADA - Beijing/Shanghai.
* Enroll in Worldperks Mileage program today and "Fly Once Fly Free"
- Fly to North America in First or Business Class, get 20,000 bonus miles.
- Fly to North America in Economy Class, get 12,000 bonus miles.
- Fly to Japan in First  or Business Class, get 15,000 bonus miles.
- Fly to Japan in Economy Class, get 8,500 bonus miles.
- All flights must originate from Beijing/Shanghai and round trip only.
- Valid until May 31, 1999
* For more information, please contact our reservation office in Beijing at
(010) 6505-3505
Shanghai  at  (021) 6279-8088 or our travel agencies.
* Further restriction apply. Northwest Airlines reserves the right of final
interpretation of all the above promotions.

Chicken tikka masala, beef korma, mushroom & chickpea curry, aloo gobi,
spicy dal soup, saffron rice, chapatis and much, much more! Call THE
GREEN HOUSE catering and delivery at 6506-1973 to order your Indian
feast prepared by our Pakistani chef--it doesn't get any easier than
this! Starting on Wednesday you can also find a selection of our Indian
specials at Jenny Lou's, Gourmet Downunder and Mr. Wang's.

New - Sunday Brunch at the Sports City Café at Gloria Plaza Hotel
Complete American Style Brunch from 11.30 AM to 14.30 PM for
an incredible price of 98, - RMB. Children under the age of 12 are free of
charge. Extra children buffet and many games available. For more
information and reservations.
please call 6515 8855 ext. 3331 or mailto:scc@eastnet.com.cn

Happy Holiday Travel Service Spring Festival Offer
Beijing  - Hong Kong - Beijing   ( China Southern )
Round trip: 3380 RMB   One Way: 2180 RMB
Beijing - Tokyo - Beijing ( Northwest Airlines )
Round trip: 450 USD RMB + Tax. Dates: Feb. 1 - Mar. 31
Beijing ( Shanghai ) - Europe - Beijing ( Shanghai )
Round trip: 4950 RMB + Tax  Jan. 1 - Feb 8  Air France & Alitalia
One Way: 3200 RMB + Tax  Jan. 15 - Feb. 28  Air China
Beijing - Singapore - Beijing    Air China
Round trip: 5300 RMB  One way: 3000 RMB + Tax  Dates: Feb. 1 - Mar. 31
More details please call us at
Tel: 65011746  65011747  65013637  65013829
Fax: 65013829  mailto:happyday@public.bta.net.cn

Get paid! $$$$ DON'T WRITE OFF BAD DEBT! We have a proven track record with
collections throughout China. China Debt Collection Nationwide, Debt
Management China-wide, Dunning Letters, Litigation, will consider factoring
with the right debt. Flexible payment terms hourly or a percentage of the
collection. We get results.
Edward Lehman, Attorney  International Law & Practice Section
The L & A Law Firm, China.  China Attorneys, Notaries, Patent, Trademark &
Copyright Agents        Suite 238, Beijing International Club
China  mailto:elehman@chinalaw.cc  http://www.chinalaw.cc
Tel: (86)(10) 6532-3861/2 - 74  Fax:(86)(10) 6532-3877

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1. Classifieds - Jobs, For Sale, Services Housing & Personals
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Jobs offered
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POSITION DESCRIPTION - Program Officer
Trace Foundation, founded in 1993, is a privately funded, non-profit
organization based in New York City.  The foundation supports
community-based programs in the fields of education, training, appropriate
technology, income generation and health.  Trace Foundation is currently
supporting projects in the
Southwest and Northwest regions of the People's Republic of China including
Qinghai Province, Sichuan Province and the Tibet Autonomous Region.
The Program Officer will work together with a Senior Program Officer in the
field as well as in the New York office.
RESPONSIBILITIES - The Program Officer will initially divide their time
equally between working
In China and in the New York office.  The Program Officer will be
responsible for:
· visiting project sites to follow up, evaluate and monitor current projects;
· evaluating financial obligations of current grantees including
reconciling receipts and monitoring costs;
· following up with local partners to ensure grant guidelines are adhered
to, i.e., financial and general reporting requirements;
· meeting with local partners and community representatives to analyze and
evaluate new proposals to ensure local needs and concerns are addressed;
· researching new proposals, drafting contracts and writing trip reports.
The successful candidate must:
· be fluent in English and have excellent working Mandarin Chinese, written
and spoken;
· be able to work and live in difficult environments;
· have excellent written and oral communication skills;
· be organized and detail-oriented; and
· be willing to relocate
In addition she/he must have:
· a minimum of three years related experience;
· an advanced degree in international development or similar field;
· experience working in the PRC; and
· computer experience
COMPENSATION- Trace Foundation offers a competitive salary as well
as an excellent benefit package.
POSTING - Candidates will be interviewed in Beijing or New York City, and
the successful candidate will begin approximately July 1, 1999.
Please fax your CV with cover letter to 212-367-7383 or mailto:trace@inch.com

Want to be a part of the fastest growing Internet company in China?  We
need talented, creative and EXPERIENCED people in the following areas:
content development, advertising, public relations, graphic design, and web
construction.  If you've got what it takes, prove it!  Both Chinese and
foreign applicants welcome.
1. Channel Producers - Develop and manage daily operations on our
specialized Chinese content channels.  Must have excellent Chinese
negotiation skills, project management experience, journalism and/or
Internet background, and knowledge of web design and production.
2. Creative Director - Skilled graphic or web designer to supervise overall
company image and manage design team
3. Content Editors - Creative individuals with excellent Eng/Ch skills,
research skills, and Internet knowledge; journalism background preferred
4. Web Editors - Detail-oriented individuals with excellent English skills
to organize and evaluate online information.
5. Advertising Sales Manager/Executives - Must have 2+ years  experience in
 4A agency or well-known media co. Fluent in Eng/Ch essential, Internet
skills preferred.
6. Media Relations Manager/Executive -Must have 2+ years in PR  agency or
multinational co. Good relations with Chinese press (IT preferred) and
excellent Ch/Eng writing skills essential.
7. Advertising Promotions Executives - Able to create and implement
on-going promotional activities in high pressure environment. Must have 2+
years adv. or mkting experience from a 4A agency or multinational co. and
speak both Ch/Eng fluently.
Please specify desired position and send cover letter and resume to:
Zhaodaola Internet (Beijing) Ltd.   Fax: 6518-3266  Attention: Human Resources

Wanted: Chinese artist with experience drawing cartoons for graphic design
project.  Please Elizabeth at: 6532-3603

The Sports City Café is currently looking for full time DJ.
Conditions and Details available mailto:scc@eastnet.com.cn
Or call 6515 8855 ext. 3331

For Sale & Wanted
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BRITISH BUSINESS IN CHINA 1999: DIRECTORY OF BRITISH CHAMBERS OF
COMMERCE IN CHINA is now available from the British Chamber of Commerce
in China. British Business in China 1999 includes listings for hundreds
of companies throughout China and Hong Kong; coverage of six major
cities and provinces including Beijing, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Hong Kong,
Shanghai & Wuhan; convenient alphabetical and sectoral indices and
useful information on business in China with contacts for all central
Chinese ministries and state organizations. BRITISH BUSINESS IN CHINA
1999 is available NOW for RMB900! Contact: Nick Wheeler, Managing
Director, British Chamber of Commerce in China at
mailto:info@bccchina.org for more information.

Wanted to buy, used stair-master, treadmill or exercise bike.  Please
contact this east side Beijing out of shape individual at office phone:
6597-3338 ext. 258 - leave a message

I want to purchase some used professional Congas, and other percussion
instruments.  Additionally, I am interested in buying a VCD player, and
other household goods.  Please call David at 6522-5566 x 4272

Free: 6 LSAT Prep books: Barrons, Princeton Review, Kaplan, LSDAC Prep
tests, etc.  Call 6518-3673.

Drum Kit Wanted - Must be good quality and good condition.
Contact David 6438-9242

For Sale: 10 track mixer, 2 sets of speakers, main and supplementary (YAMAHA)
Mike stands, Effects (YAMAHA), VCD player, Amp (YAMAHA)
Fridge (Chinese), TV (Chinese), Italian espresso machine (Italian), Deep
fat fryer Call for prices , evenings 6415-3317

++++++++++++++   E X P A T    M O V I N G    S A L E   ++++++++
SONY VCD Surround -Sound/Karoke unit  6 speakers incl. SuperWoofer
3 months old   / original price RMB 6,900.   Will sell for RMB 5,000.
1 Leather massage chair
3 months old   /  original price RMB 7,980.  Will sell for RMB 6,000.
Call  Brian at 137-102-2090  or mailto:Brian_Walsh@notes.amrcorp.com
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Discounted Club Membership(s)!  Interested parties, mailto:bonaou@hotmail.com

TIBETAN Carpets -- Gangchen Carpets from Tibet store now open in the
Kempinski Hotel lobby (behind lobby lounge, phone 6465-3388 x5542), open
12-9 pm , the only high quality authentic hand woven 100% woolen Tibetan
rugs made today. Available in all sizes small to 8x10.  Beautiful bold modern
styles based on centuries old traditional patterns.  Check our manufacturers
WEB page at http://www.ny.innerasia.com for more info.

Services, Housing & Personals
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Are you a foreign citizen living in China who doesn't have a medical
insurance plan? Are you scared to go to the poorly conditioned local
hospitals when you get sick? Now you don't need to worry. For as
little as US$44/month, you can now enroll in "Liaison-International", a
medical plan offered by Mega Life and Health, and visit any western managed
hospital like International Medical Center or United Family
Hospital.  Don't take the risk, get yourself covered TODAY!!! Contact Mega
Life and Health's sole agent in China, New Element Co. for more details.
Tel: 64165080; Fax: 64162063; mailto:nelement@public2.bta.net.cn

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES: Franchisee wanted to open a SUBWAY Fast Food
Restaurant in Shunyi to cater to the villas along Jincheng Road.
Interested parties please mailto:pmc@public.bta.net.cn or call 6435-6670.

Beijing Capital University of Economics and Business offers classes ideal for
foreigners working or planning to work in China.  The courses combine the
objectives of studying Putonghua and learning about the PRC's basic
economic structure and developmental issues.  Courses include 1)Oral Chinese
Language on Business and Trade;
2)PRC Foreign Trade Theory and Practice;  3)PRC Economic and Structural
Reform;
4)Lecture and discussion on PRC current events; and  5)Other economic
classes with  Chinese university students are available.  Each course meets
2-3
hours/week from March 1 to the end of June 1999.   USD 200 per course.
Interested students must have at least intermediate Chinese language
ability.
For beginning level students, other basic language courses are also
available.
Please contact Ms Dong at Tel 6506-4328 /6597/6331 or fax 6500 6091 or
mailto:cuebwsc@263.net  for more information.

THE ALLIANCE FRANCAISE-BEIJING SCHOOL OF FRENCH LANGUAGE  WILL START A
NEW SESSION OF COURSES ON MARCH 1ST '99, FOR BEGINNERS & ADVANCED
STUDENTS. COURSES FOR FOREIGNERS WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE PREMISES OF
LYCEE FRANCAISE DE PEKIN. CLASSES OF CHINESE LANGUAGE MAINLY FOR
BEGINNERS ARE ALSO ORGANIZED WITH THE COOPERATION OF BEIJING LANGUAGE
AND CULTURE UNIVERSITY.
FOR INFORMATION & ADMISSIONS, PLEASE CONTACT: ALLIANCE FRANCAISE
TEL: 6527 4157 ; 6527 1665  FAX: 6527 7347

LOOKING FOR TENANTS !!!
Warm European Home seeks new companions. Satisfied long term tenants are
relocating abroad.
My owners are western and decorated me accordingly.
I am quite spacious (204 sq.), with 3 bedrooms, laundry room, Italian tiled
bathrooms, furniture, electrical appliances, 2 DID lines, and occupy the
best top-floor position in Dulling Garden (near the Swissotel). My owners
are asking for USD 4,750 all inclusive (management fee, tax and
parking space fee). No hidden costs. If you would like to see me, please
contact Madeleine at: 138-100-9830, or leave a message at: 6556-5074

Rutgers Executive MBA Program IS NOW RECRUITING ITS NEXT CLASS
1. Earn one of America's most respected MBA degrees without leaving Beijing
or your job.
2. Prepare for greater management responsibilities with professionals from
around the globe and benefit from the exchange of real business experience.
3. Participants include managing directors, Chief Reps, General/Functional
Managers who continue to work while they develop and refine their talents
in our 13-month part-time program.
4. Our students work closely with distinguished Rutgers faculty, recognized
for their extensive research and instruction excellence.
5. When you choose Rutgers, you and your sponsoring company can be assured
of the value in information gained with proven results toward executive
development.
For More Information Contact: Bill Qui / Lucia Liu
Phone:  (8610)6500-3930   (8610)6500-2255 ext 2552/2555
Fax:   (8610)6500-7299  mailto:rutgers@public.bta.net.cn
Website: http://business.rutgers.edu/emba

For any functions, receptions and other activities at the ZHENG YI CI
theater contact
Ghaffar Pourazar: Phone: 67226787 Fax: 65940496  Pager: 6524-8855/6667

Cost-effective Chinese lessons by a kind, professional Chinese professor
with many years of experience teaching expats and foreign students.
Call  Mrs. Zhang today: 67785093

STRUGGLING WITH THE CHINESE LANGUAGE?
Chinese language classes will start on Feb. 5th  UNIVERSITY OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS.  Small groups and individual
classes are also available. Experienced teachers will help you develop
conversational skills, master grammar, idioms and writing.
Phone: (86-10) 6449-2287 (after 6 PM.)

Do you need the service of a driver (with a Santana, completely new), who
is very responsible and experienced? Rate is Y4500 per month/Y200 per day
(excluding gas).  Contact Mr. Zhang at Tel: 65938265 or mobile 1301226313

Woodlands Villa for lease/sale! 310 sq.m., 4 bdr., 3 baths, bright living
room.  Large private garden. Friendly place and green environment.
Located next to golf course. Term flexible. Rental only US$ 1,500/month.
Please call or fax: (010)6456-0774, ph. 6456-4871, mobile 1391105845.

APARTMENT WITH ROOMMATE NEEDED
Male, non-smoker, looking for roommate w/ apartment to share. Available
immediately! Budget < or = to $500.  Interested parties pls. page: 6426-9988
hu 80963 or mailto:s.dao@usa.net

BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU IN BEIJING - Former student of the Gracie Jiu-jitsu
Academy now living in Beijing is looking to meet anyone interested in
learning and/or training in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and No-Holds-Barred
Fighting/Self-Defense.  I have access to mats and need to find training
partners.  All interested parties contact Andy at 138-137-8214

Mental and physical stress can cause health problems. Try the Chinese
chiropractic therapy or TUINA. It works for many people. Page Doctor Yan
Li at 66181166-9078 (Chinese) and schedule a session at your office or
your apartment.

Find the ultimate communications solutions from New Element
Communications Services and make your job effortless. New Element
provides professional services in: Translation and interpretation;
Photographer services; Video editing, dubbing and shooting; Brochure
designing and production; Event concepts and management; Corporate gift
concepts and production. Call  64165080 or fax to 64162063
mailto:nelement@public2.bta.net.cn

Ghaffar is trying to open the Zheng Yi Ci theater again, if you
want to support him then email him mailto:gomapro@iuol.cn.net

Is there an informal Michigan State University alumni group in Beijing?
If so, contact Anna Sehgal:  65183577

Chinawide@ advertising. Bilingual foreign staff, creative designs, accurate
translations.  Grab the market China-wide!
mailto:chinawide@yahoo.com or call (86 010) 6872-3401

Lovehearts Club - drop us a line - our free matchmaking service for
expat gentlemen - mailto:truelove@888.nu for more information

A Chinese woman, 40, looks for a full-time or hourly-basis job as a
housemaid or babysitter for an
English-speaking expat family, preferably from North America. Able to do
all kinds of house work,
especially cooking, and to accompany kids for outdoors. Speaks basic
English. Call 6464-3509(day) and
6466-1578 ( evenings and weekend ), ask for Yao Lina.

Need an Ayi?  An ayi would like to come work for you!  Xianzai recommends
this Ayi!!!  Call 6832-8811 X 7370  Mrs. Wang

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2.  Community & Cultural Announcements
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Community

The Beijing Foreign Health Care Network invites healthcare professionals to
their January 21st meeting and luncheon to be held at the Kempinski Hotel at
11:30 am.  Cost is RMB 120.  RSVP is a must.  Call US Embassy Medical Unit
at 6532-5063 or fax RSVP to 6532-6424 no latter than January 19.  Guest
speaker will be Professor Hang Xiongwen, Chairman, China Reflexology
Association.

Falcon 4  The ultimate flight simulation is out.
mailto:bburns@public3.bta.net.cn   I can refuel it is cool!

Skiing in China!  China Posts and Telecom tours organize skiing trips
during the holidays.  Sounds like an interesting time.  Phone: 6509-8100

Badminton for Adults. Venue: ISB Gym, Time: 9:30AM to 11:30AM,
Only on  Sundays. Please contact: 65325570 Ms Tifa Baidya or leave message.

Are you looking for an English Speaking Church while in Beijing? The
Congregation of the Good Shepherd  holds Sunday Church Services at 10:00
AM at the Capital Club Athletic Center next to the Capital Mansion
across from the Hua Du Hotel.
We are an International, Interdenominational, Liturgical, Biblical,
Christian Church and welcome you to join us.
For more information call: 6595-4558   6415-5276  8046-2802   6507-5246

The International "drinking club with a running problem" meets weekly,
usually on Sundays for a run/walk, dinner, and of course
consumption of that most heavenly nectar, BEER!  Fun people of all
athletic abilities welcome.  Check the weekly schedule for exact
times/venues or contact Ratchucker at  mailto:rdrhead@uop.com or
Bumper at 6437-6688 ext 2735.

The Women's Crisis Hotline in Beijing receives over thirty calls a day from
all over China.  Women of all ages call for psychological support and legal
advice. Single-parent families enjoy weekend activities together.  But the
Hotline is in danger of closing down in late December for lack of funds.
Help the hotline! Buy beautiful paper-cut greeting cards--5/Y20.
Mon-Fri 9am-8pm, phone/fax: 6403-3881

"Ultimate Frisbee is starting afresh this winter season.  All are welcome
to come out, get exercise and have some fun.  We are playing at Western
Academy Beijing on Sundays starting @ 12 PM.  For more information
please contact Sungene mailto:sungene@public.bta.net.cn or Carolyn
frisbee@public.gb.com.cn

The Beijing Sports and Recreation Council (BSRC) is an informal group of
volunteers - teachers, parents, and sports enthusiasts - from the Beijing
expatriate community who work together to research, coordinate and sponsor
sports and recreation opportunities especially for children and teens
living in Beijing.  BRSRC can be contacted via email at
mailto:expatsportrec@hotmail.com.  BSRC announces the following activities
open to expatriate children living in Beijing:

ICE HOCKEY IN BEIJING ????!!!
The Beijing international ice hockey team is looking for a few good men or
women to join the Sunday hockey games starting mid-august. You don't have
to be a pro to play.  Players of all different levels are welcome. If you
don't have all the equipment necessary, we can help you buy reasonably
priced hockey equipment. for further information please email Markus Benz at
benzmarkus@hotmail.com

SWIM TEAMS:
Dragon Fire Swim Team - Contact Kevin Hua 6425-8855 call 88905
21st Century Swim Team - Contact Cindy McNeil at 6595-4649 or Steve Chapman
at 6505-1658.

BOY SCOUTS  - Contact Arrietta Clauss at 6940-2593

Beijing Support Group for Families of Children with Special Needs
To help families with children with special medical and/or educational
needs.  An informal group of parents and friends meets regularly to share
experiences, information, resources and friendship.  New families are
always welcome.  Volunteers and/or professionals such as
physical/physiotherapists, speech therapists as well as teachers of special
education are always needed
Contact: Dolores van Dongen   6505-4837 Work  6538-1806  Home
             Deirdre Hayes  6532-2644

Tennis courses  - All are invited for lessons from the coaches of China's
national team. Haohua Tennis Centre  6618-7074

The Beijing Rock Climbing team welcomes new people to learn about Rock
Climbing  Contact 6406-3777 or mailto:shirley@ihw.com.cn

Stamp Collecting Corner setup to provide stamp collectors a place to talk
about stamps   Chaoyang Cultural Center  6593-5575  Weekends

Spring Festival, Exhibits, Shows & Fun

Shop for Spring Festival gifts 'nianhuo'
People's Cultural Palace    Jan. 29 - Feb. 7

A party to celebrate Spring Festival
Yuanmingyuan Garden  6256-6878  Daily  Feb. 16 - 22

Newly opened museum of ancient weapons.
China Militia Arms Equipment Museum  8959-7764 X 2003  Daily

The White Pagoda Temple's gate is rebuilt.  Check it out daily at
Fuchengmennai Street and Zhaodengyu Rd.

Stage, Plays, Ballet, Concerts & Musicals

Follow the traffic, follow the fumes, follow the tourists to the Ming Tombs!
The Peking Players Present 'THE MAYOR OF AN'
A musical comedy adapted from "The Wizard of Oz"
Written and Directed by Dinah Chong Watkins Musical Director: Nick Wheeler
Produced by Yanhong Wheeler & Dinah Chong Watkins
Jade Ballroom, Kempinski Hotel  Friday Feb 5, 7:45 pm RMB100
Saturday Feb 6, 2:00 pm RMB 100, 50 (children under 12)
Saturday Feb 6, 6:30 pm, Dinner Show, RMB 350
(group discount: 3,000 for table of 10)
[2 business class roundtrip tickets will be raffled at dinner]
Sunday Feb 7, 2:45 pm, RMB 100, 50 (children under 12)
Tickets on sale from Jan 25 at the BCCC office on 2nd fl of
3i Technical Club (behind the Jianguo Hotel)
For reservations, mailto:yanhong@webleader.com.cn or fax 6593-6610
http://www.xianzai.com/kh/whatsonkemp.htm

Zhejiang Shaoxing Opera 'Kong Yiji'
Chang An Grand Theatre  6510-1309  7:30 PM   Jan. 24 - 29

'Red Sky' - A drama of people in a rest home and what it's like to be on
the verge of death
China Children's Art Theatre  6512-9689  7:15 PM  Jan. 28 - 31

'Oriental Flower' - by the Oriental Song and Dance Ensemble
Poly Plaza  6467-3042   Jan. 29 - Feb. 3  7:15 PM

'The Bluebird' - The search for a blue bird to cure a witch's sick sister.
Haidian Theatre  6254-5206  Jan. 30 7 PM   Jan. 24 - 31  2 PM

'Ma Liang's Magic Brush' - A puppet show great for kids.
Little Star Theatre  6845-0715  Jan 11 - 31  9:30 AM & 11 AM Sat. & Sun

'Face to Face, Door to Door' - A new drama with many story lines of
people's lives
Central Academy of Drama  6401-7894  Jan. 16 - 31  7 PM

'White Snake' - A fairy tale about snakes and love.
Chang'an Grand Theatre  6510-1309  Jan. 11 - 31  7:30 PM

Great for kids!!
'The Mermaid' Saturdays -  10:30 AM & 3 PM Sundays 10:30 PM
'The Crying Porcupine' & 'Red Gloves' - Sat & Sunday  9:30 & 10:30 AM
China Puppet Theatre  6485-4798  20 - 25 RMB

Nightly Peking Opera - Old Style in a Ming setting
Qianmen Hotel 6301-6688 X 8860

Movies

Italian Film week - A total of 10 films shown in Italian with Chinese
subtitles  Dahua Cinema: 6527-4420

Astrovision films - Great movies similar to an IMAX theatre
China Science and Technology Museum 6205-5708

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3. A - Weekly Calendar
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Monday, January 25, 1998
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Latin Dance Classes
Poachers Inn the Park

International Network of Newcomers
We meet the last Monday of every month from 10 to 12 AM at Capital Club
(Athletic Club) to share information and resources with newcomers to Beijing
(ex-patriates only)   6433-7350

Tuesday, January 26, 1998
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LA LECHE LEAGUE of BEIJING holds monthly meetings for pregnant and nursing
mothers.  A special opportunity to learn more about breastfeeding, ask
questions, and share with other expecting and nursing mothers.  Next
meeting;  Tuesday, January 26 at 1:30 p.m. ( and every subsequent 4th
Tuesday of the month). Please call Meg Fuell for more information at
6532-4953.

The Rotary Club of Hong Kong  Beijing  Extension meets at the China World
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 vocations and who seek personal  satisfaction in providing
volunteer service to others in need of help.   Contact Peter Finamore at
6512-8899.

Wednesday, January 27, 1999
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"REFUGEE TALK" - The world is still far away from a peaceful one.  Every
year, groups of people have to leave their own countries -- in fear of
being persecuted for racial, religious or political reasons --  and become
refugees.   The EXACT time: 7:45a.m., 11:45a.m., and 2:45p.m.
VOICES FROM OTHER LANDS is an informal talk show on China Radio
International.  In the Beijing area, you can hear it every Wednesday
at 7:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 2:45 pm. on  91.5 FM.

United States National Symphony Orchestra performs in Beijing
Great Hall of the People  6831-3969

Y-Group are back with some new songs
Poachers in the Park  6500-8391  9 PM Cover

Movie Night at the Keep in Touch  6462-5280  8 PM

The Blue Danube Spring Festival Concert
Beijing Concert Hall  6605-5812  7:30 PM

Beijing Professional Women's Club meets on the last Wednesday of every
month.  BPWC is a social club for foreign female professionals who work or
live in Beijing.  The mission of this club is: Bring the professional women
from all over the world together to share the synergy and experiences in
this oriental land and help each other to live an enjoyable professional
and personal life in Beijing.  If you are a
female professional and interested in being part of this club, please
contact Susan at mailto:Susan.Su@mailcity.com

Horse racing and organized betting.
Countryside Horse Racing Club  Shunyi County  6940-1499  6:00 PM

'Reflector' at the Scream Club  6858-2288 - 7127

Thursday, January 28, 1999
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United States National Symphony Orchestra performs in Beijing
Century Theatre  6831-3969

It Productions presents: "Testimony" - a performance about Expressionism in
Vienna and Berlin, comprising drama, music, poetry, film and cabaret.
Poachers Inn The Park, Tuan Jie Hu Gong Yuan, West entrance.
Tickets 40/80 rmb Information/reservations: 6506-8411 7:30 PM

Poachers team invites you for darts night
Poachers is in the same old place: Sanlitun Friendship Store 2nd floor.
For information call 6532-5674

Jessica Meider at the Keep In Touch  9:30 PM  PM 6462-5280  Free

Jam House - Check out the jamming guitarists

Friday, January 29, 1999
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Translated foreign songs by 'Xue Fan'
Beijing Theatre  6491-0516  7:30 PM

'Michael Shahani' leads the China Film Symphony Orchestra
Beijing Concert Hall  6605-5812  7:30 PM

It Productions presents: "Testimony" - a performance about Expressionism in
Vienna and Berlin, comprising drama, music, poetry, film and cabaret.
Poachers Inn The Park, Tuan Jie Hu Gong Yuan, West entrance.
Tickets 40/80 rmb Information/reservations: 6506-8411 7:30 PM

Groove with Spin Production
All night vinyl spin starts at 10.30pm  Admission fee: 30 rmb
Poachers is in the same old place: Sanlitun Friendship Store 2nd floor.
For information call 6532-5674

'Flower & Underbaby'  at the Keep in Touch   6462-5280  10 PM Cover

TBA at the Scream Club  6858-2288 - 7127

Bands at the Busy Bee Bar (208 Dongsi Beidajie)
Cover   Tel: 6402-5788

The Mitabe bands plays in the Riders bar in San Li Tun from
10:30pm  to 1:00am

Nobabe at the Fly Bar

Sanwei Bookstore - Jazz Concert by the 'Wide Angle Jazz Band'
6601-3204  Cover - 30 RMB Begins at 9 PM  6601-3204

Yabao Richmond Bar - Band   Begins at 8:30 PM - 11 PM

Jam House - Check out the rocking bands.

CD Cafe - Liu Yuan jazz band

Saturday, January 30, 1999
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Quest for Fire - DJ Thierri     Admission fee: 30rmb
Poachers is in the same old place: Sanlitun Friendship Store 2nd floor.
For information call 6532-5674

"THE JOHN BULL PUB" Presents An Eighties / Seventies
Extravaganza. Tunes start from 1900 hrs and Markus Benz starts spinning the
sounds
from 2100 hrs. 200 free drinks give away and also opportunities to drink
for free all night long. You can email your favorite requests too
Markus on the following email address  benzmarkus@hotmail.com

Asian musicians concert  by the China National Symphony Orchestra
Beijing Concert Hall  6605-5812  7:30 PM

Translated foreign songs by 'Xue Fan'
Beijing Theatre  6491-0516  7:30 PM

The Western Academy of Beijing Parent Teacher Association is holding a
BIDS FOR KIDS Dinner and Auction on 30 January 1999 from 6.30 PM at the
China World Hotel. There will be many interesting and valuable items up
for grabs so..... Catch the fever of the bidding and help contribute to
the new playground and play equipment at the International School where
your family has fun at the weekend.
All this plus international buffet, dancing and drinks for 375 RMB pp or
350 RMB pp if you book a table of 10 so BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW from any one
of the following people:  Rebecca Hathaway Tel 8046-1067
Fan Bishop Tel 6456-5588 ext 811 (Chinese speaker)

It Productions presents: "Testimony" - a performance about Expressionism in
Vienna and Berlin, comprising drama, music, poetry, film and cabaret.
Poachers Inn The Park, Tuan Jie Hu Gong Yuan, West entrance.
Tickets 40/80 rmb Information/reservations: 6506-8411 7:30 PM

Horse racing and organized betting.
Countryside Horse Racing Club  Shunyi County  6940-1499  3:00 PM

Nobabe at the Riders Bar

Keep in Touch - National Afanti Band and the Afanti Band?
6462-5280  10 PM Cover

The Mitabe bands plays every Saturday in the FLY FLY bar in San Li Tun from
10:30pm  to 1:00am

Bands  Scream Club 6858-2288 X 7127  10 PM Cover

Thin Man at the Busy Bee Bar
Cover   Tel: 6402-5788   9:30 PM

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

Jam House - Check out the jamming bands

CD Cafe - Liu Yuan jazz band

Sunday, January 31, 1999
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BEIJING ICE HOCKEY - GAME OF THE YEAR - Beijing Canadians Vs. Beijing
International - Sunday January 31th, 11:00 am, Capital Arena, (Beside
Capital Gymnasium, west of the Zoo) Tell the taxi driver "Sho Ti". If you
are Canadian, American, Chinese, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Swiss, Greek,
Russian, or Japanese, your country men and woman are doing battle for you.
Come see Beijing's star players facing off for national pride - Maestro
Benz creates more than just music, Roman "the Russian Rocket" and his
rocket shot, "The Hammer" Jeakins with a true North American style, Andrew
Hjelmland (more than just a pretty face), and the crew from the Canadian
Embassy and Ericsson. FREE beverages and prizes brought to you by Rougemont
Juice, Foster's Lager and Arabica Roasters Coffee. Bring a horn, bring your
friends. NO TICKETS FREE ENTRY FREE BEER, JUICE & COFFEE (until it is
gone)

Orchestra of the China National Opera performs past Oscar winning films
Beijing Concert Hall  6605-5812  7:30 PM

Translated foreign songs by 'Xue Fan'
Beijing Theatre  6491-0516  7:30 PM

CD Cafe - Rhythm Dogs  6501-8877 X 6156

Band at the Busy Bee Bar
Cover   Tel: 6402-5788   9:30 PM

The Hash happens in Beijing.
mailto:RDRhead@UOP.COM for info.
Hares: Goldilocks & Gill
Venue: Mexican Wave @ 1430 hours or "Science Park"-corner of 3RD Ring road
and Jianguomen

Touchstone Jazz Quartet with Jessica Meider  at the Keep in Touch   6462-5280

Horse racing and organized betting.
Countryside Horse Racing Club  Shunyi County  6940-1499  3:00 PM

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B - Regular Bands & other happenings
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The South African Band Remix is playing from Tuesday to Sunday
8.00 PM to 12.00 AM at the Sports City Cafe  Beijing.

NYC Music Kitchen's nightly entertainment   6588-1566
Counterpoint (from Singapore)     Everyday except Wed. & Sun.
Chili (Solo singer/guitar from Philippine)   Sun. night
Touchstone Jazz Band    Wed. night

Blonde Company - Canadian band playing Monday to Saturday  8:30 PM
Henry J. Beans  6505-2266 X 6540

Cafe Kranzler: The Red Rose, a local Pop Band playing daily except Sunday
at 8:30 PM
Paulaner Brauhaus: Filipino Pop Band "The Starlight's" every night except
Sunday at 9:00 PM
KEMPINSKI HOTEL BEIJING LUFTHANSA CENTER

Hard Rock Cafe - Band  'Telefon'
Three 40 minute sets starting from  7:30 and on
Monday to Saturday

Minders - Popular Band "Sound Page"
Begins at 9:30 PM  Everyday except Monday

Henry J. Beans - New Canadian Band
Every week Monday through Saturday  6505-2266

Nashville - House band plays nightly No cover at 9:30 PM

'The Jim and Katie King Duo' perform nightly
Holiday Inn Lido Texan Bar and Grill  7 PM - 11 PM  6436-7652

Acrobatic Show Begins at 7:15 PM till 8:45 PM  Admission: 60 - 80 RMB
Chaoyang Theater ( Dongsanhuan ) Tel: 6507-2421
Beijing Universe Theatre Dongcheng District Tel: 6502-3984
Wansheng Theatre Xuanwu District Tel: 6303-7449, 6702-2329

French Embassy film (13 Sanlitun Dongsijie ) - French School
Admission - 15 RMB for foreigners  80 RMB for a year pass.  Free for Chinese
but invitation required.  Call for details: 6532-1422   Begins at 18:30

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