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Issue 3.104| August 4, 2003
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Practice Made Perfect and Free on Fridays
For the most pleasurable time in golf you will ever have, come and join us at the Moon River Golf Driving Range. We have 66 of the most spacious hitting bays and rest areas in Beijing and every Friday beginning July 18th until August 8th, balls will be free of charge all day long. Escape the heat of the city, Retreat to the Moon River Club and Resort, set amidst the lush, serene gardens and unspolied natural beauty and only 20 minutes' drive from the city centre. For full information on both of these packages please click here or call 85923737 or email sales@moonriver.com.cn

 
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Tips

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China
News

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Funny Pics
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Travel
Information

A free ticket to the world, just for doing your job.
Buy one international first or business class ticket between now and September 14, 2003 on United, and get one free ticket on United or any Star Alliance members to one of over 650 destinations around the world. For reservations and information, contact United Airlines on 800-810-8282 or visit www.united.com/chinaoffer for registration and promotion details. Terms and conditions apply.

Turkish Airlines' updated flights operation to Beijing/Shanghai, China
Flights will be available from 1st of August, 3 flights will be regularly operated on this route.
From Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul Wed, Thu and Sun.
From Istanbul to Beijing/Shanghai Tue, Wed and Sat.
After 15 September, 5 flights will be operated weekly. Turkish Airlines is promoting Beijing/Shanghai routes, from many cities of the world, people could purchase their ticket with discount price. For more enquiries, please contact TK Beijing: 86-10 64651867; TK Shanghai: 86-21 32220022 or visit www.turkishairlineschina.com & www.turkishairlines.com

Swingaround Island Getaway Sprees from Philippine Airlines
Our Swingaround Tour Packages offer unforgettable holiday sprees in some of the most exciting island destinations in the Philippines. Roundtrip packages from Shanghai include two or three nights in hotel, starting from: RMB 1,930 Manila; RMB 3,108 Cebu; RMB 3,236 Boracay
More details at www.philippineairlines.com, or call (021) 62798765

Austrian Airlines Announces Three Weekly Flights To Europe Via Vienna
We are happy to announce the relaunch of our flights from Beijing to Vienna as of the 2nd of August with 3 weekly frequencies every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Celebrate with us and enjoy the comfort of our Business Class for a special fare of only CNY 17.000 valid until September 30th, 2003.And of course you can collect miles with your Miles & More or other Star Alliance Frequent Flyer cards. For further information, please contact us on 86-10-6462 2161 or by e-mail at office.beijing@aua.com

Kingdom Travel Beijing - Personalized Travel Services
Ready to do a little traveling? Whether it's a business travel or family vacation, Just tell us when and where you want to travel and leave all the works to us! We will design & custom fit a trip to your exact specifications utilizing the best fares possible! Send us your basic travel requests, Kingdom Travel's professional, experienced, motivated, travel consultants can get to work tailoring your travels soon! We make your travel arrangements as convenient and hassle-free as possible! Call 010 6502 5588; or fax 010 6530 2858, email address: kdtravel@163bj.com

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Hotel
Deals

Live Life! At The Hilton
Hilton International's hotels in Beijing, Chongqing, Dalian, Nanjing and Shanghai are embarking on a "Live Life at the Hilton" campaign offering great benefits to domestic and international travellers such as a weekend for two at Hilton Nanjing for only USD 55 (+ 15%) per night for double occupancy, including complimentary American breakfasts, upgrade to executive floor room (subject to availability), welcome drinks and many more perks. Discover all the benefits of this campaign by clicking here for more information.

Satisfy your Senses... At Sheraton Sanya Resort!
Wanna get away from the bustling and hustling of cities?
Longing for a much-coveted holiday?
Dreamed about golfing in the company of sound of ocean?
......???
Appealing Packages Launched at Sheraton Sanya Resort will make all your dreams come true!
Call Now! Tel: Call 800-810-3088 direct or hotel reservation 86-898-8855 8236 for full package details please click here.

Summer 2003 Room Rate @ The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Before 31 August 2003 stay with us and save up-to 65%! After discount, the room rates start from USD100 per room night, subject to 15% service charge. One complimentary service will be provided to the guest with minimum 3-night stay, the guest can choose preferred one among Welcome Fruit Basket, One Buffet Breakfast, 2 pieces of Laundry, 10 minutes use of internet in Business Center and Local Calls.Please call 86-10-65905566 ext. 2256 / 2257 / 2258 for reservations. *Confirmation of room reservation is subject to room availability.

Experience Xinjiang, Feel The HongFu Comfort
Hong Fu Hotel, the newly renovated and most luxurious international 5 star business hotel in Xinjiang, which is centrally located in downtown Urumqi city. From Plaza Tower/Deluxe Room/RMB698 to Grand Tower/Grand Executive/RMB1080.
The above rates are only for peak season and subject to one complimentary breakfast; one complimentary laundry; one mineral water or soft drink for rooms in Plaza Tower. In addition, complimentary buffet-breakfast for children under age 6; children under age 18 can share a room with parents for free; free use of Swimming Pool, Fitness Center and Sauna.For more inquiries, please dial at 800 8931988 & 86--991-5881588 or visit www.hongfuhotel.com.cn

Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing
Best Value Room Package
Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing offers the "Best Value Room Package " with discounted room rates and deluxe amenities valid until August 31, 2003.
Starting from only USD75+ for an overnight stay in a Standard Room, guests can enjoy various VIP benefits.
Make your reservations NOW! Please call Reservation Hotline 6436 1805 or visit web site www.rosedalebj.com

Crowne Plaza Shijiazhuang
Finally you can stay in comfort and style at the first true 5 Star International Hotel in Shijiazhuang with the opening of the new Crowne Plaza Shijiazhuang. Special Opening Rates apply:
Superior Room RMB 418+ including American Buffet Breakfast or Crowne Plaza Deluxe Room RMB 558+ including breakfast & cocktails
Just 10 mins from Shijiazhuang Railway Station and centrally located in the heart of the city opposite the Hebei Cultural Museum, enjoy this great new Hotel. Call now for Reservations Toll Free in China 800 830 2628 or visit our website: www.crowneplaza.com

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Education

"The China Expatriate Programme" - The Pathway to Accelerated Business Success in China
Presented Sep.20-23 in Shanghai at CEIBS, the leading Business School in China Ranked #1 in Executive Education in Asia by the Financial Times. More info at Http://www.ceibs.edu/eed/open/cep.html or contact Liz Kenyon on 86 13564090099 or e-mail kliz@ceibs.edu

 
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)

 
Health and
Fitness

Mosquito Bites?
Don't become a victim! Vaccinate against Japanese B Encephalitis now and receive a free flu shot in October. SOS is the only international clinic in China to stock the sole JE vaccine approved by the USA Food & Drug Administration - Biken JE vaccine. Appointments / Info - T: 6462 9112, E-mail: China.inquiries@internationalsos.com

Listen to Your Heart!
Summer Preventative Heart Screening
Did you know that most heart conditions are manageable and even preventable if we take the necessary preventative measures - such as having a balanced diet, regular exercise and most importantly, yearly screenings to detect potential problems.
Available only from June to August at this special promotional cost of USD199 (a value of USD315)! The heart screening includes the tests necessary to screen for abnormalities that would detect possible complications.
Don't put off making an appointment today! Call 6433 3960 x 371 or by e-mail at yzhang@bjunited.com.cn to schedule your one-hour screening.
Website: www.beijingunited.com

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Long-Effect Weight Loss Capsule (LEWLC) LEWLC is pure herbal medicine. It invigorates functions of the "kidney" and "spleen" (Qi), which leads to eliminating dampness, phlegm and may result in weight loss. In modern medical scientific research, it reduces intake, synthesis and accumulation of lipids, increase of energy consumption and promotion of decomposition of lipid. It has few side effects. LEWLC has been used over five years with several thousand cases both in China and US. The curative rate was near 85%, the effective rate was near 100%. For more info please contact Dr.Qu at 8610-65386113 or 13001104006. Also online at
http://www.natural-clinic.net or jianjunq@vip.sina.com

 
Property and
Real Estate

Looking for Office or Residential Space in Beijing?
Living in Beijing with comfort, Environmentgreen can provide you the perfect residential & office properties with the right area for working and living. Why not try us ? Click here for details. For more information, please contact Ms Patty at 010-82636333/ 82647053 or call her mobile phone at 13501278668, or email to pattytian@sina.com http://www.environmentgreen.com

Find Expat Housing in Beijing!
DTZ can help you find the perfect home in Beijing. No matter your budget, we can aid you in finding a home near some of Beijing's cleanest and spacious living areas. To see a listing of some of our suggested properties, click here! And please contact us at: Ms Angela Shew ,DTZ Debenham Tie Leung, Mobile:(8610)13801167673, Phone: (8610)65171275 (Direct line), Fax: (8610)65101368/69. E-mail: angela_shew@dtz.bj.cn

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Jobs

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

Edelman, a major international PR consulting firm seeks interns; start effective immediately. Excellent English writing skills and mid-level Chinese language ability required. Please send resumes and writing samples to Chris Thach at Chris.Thach@edelman.com

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

Looking for work? Why not hire yourself. We are looking for qualified franchisees to open their own Subway Sandwich Restaurant. We have several great locations available. Low investment. Fun Business. For more information, call (010) 6477 5261 in Beijing or e-mail at pmc@public.bta.net.cn

UN Volunteers is currently accepting applications for a National UNV Micro-Finance Specialist post with the Rural Development Association of Mao County (RDAM). The assignment will be located in Mao County for a duration of one year. This post is open to Chinese nationals only. For more information about this and other opportunities with UN Volunteers, please refer to our webpage at: www.unchina.org/undp/unv

UN Volunteers is currently accepting applications for an Information and Technology UN Volunteer working under the auspices of the CISCO Networking Academy Program. There are currently 3 available posts in Beijing, Chengdu, and Guangzhou. This post is open to Chinese nationals only. For more information on this opportunity, please refer to our webpage at: www.unchina.org/undp/unv

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Classifieds

Nice Apartment For Rent!!
A nice 109sqm apartment in Concordia Plaza which is in the Kempinski area of Beijing, close to the new Embassy area now is available for rent. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 24 hours hot water, elevator, HBO channel, central aircon, nice balcony(2sqm) for barbecues, and great security. USD1100/month for the whole apartment or USD500/month to share the apartment(foreign female roommate perfer). Please contact Ms. Liu at 13901182547 or mailto: newliujie@yahoo.com.cn

Great Apartment for Rent Available in September
Located right above Sihuidong subway station east of World Trade Center in a convenient residential community, the brand new two-bedroom apartment is fully furnished and equipped. It's clean and neat with a nicely-done kitchen and a sparkling bathroom. Downstairs are green gardens and small convenience stores and fruit stalls, making life easy and healthy. 3000rmb/month, well worth the price. Please contact Ms. Zhang: 13501212837.

Looking for girl to share brand new furnished apartment inside East 2nd Ring Road, only 5 mins from Guomao. Rent is just 2,000RMB/month, which includes all utilities plus management fee. Contact Leann at 13911183674.

2nd-Hand Sofa-bed and Imported Piano Wanted!
Please email to: letssmile2003@yahoo.com

I am a 45 Chinese woman (a Libra) looking for a gentleman (preferably a western) from 50 to 60 whom I? like to spend the rest of my life with. I am honest, kind and diligent; believe in Christianity.. I like all forms of art incl. cooking. Pls contact Nancy Du at perfectnancydu@hotmail.com, I will get back to you asap.

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

 
Services

NICS Is Your Beijing Computer Support Partner!
NICS provides Secure E-mail, Website and Server hosting, Structured Cabling, Network Implementation and Support Solutions. NICS is an IT Labour Outsourcing and Project Management firm. For further details call, Shanghai (021) 6213-1709, Beijing (010) 6568-0876 or e-mail support@nics.com.cn or http://www.nics.com.cn

Beijing Car Solution.
Selling a Car? Buying a Car? Providing all car related services for expat. Please join us at: www.car-solution.com for more detail, Email: services@car-solution.com (the simple way to sell your car!)

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 25371788, Fax: +852 25372877
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

Australian Rules Football - interested? currently looking for anyone (experienced or not, any nationality) keen to get involved in forming a Footy club in Beijing. Planning a game against Shanghai and a combined team from China in a tournament in Hong Kong this year. Email Andrew, sang500@yahoo.com also visit http://www.iafc.com.au

Homeschooling Support Group:
PIE: Parental Involvement in Education: Provides support for families interested in or already homeschooling; Monthly meetings include discussions on various homeschooling methods, materials, US state/international laws and registration, resources, activities... To join or for immediate inquiries, please contact Mikayla: 64716365/13910234932 or pie_group@hotmail.com

The University of Washington Alumni Association, Beijing Chapter. For information, please contact Sucheng Harris-Simpson at sucheng.harris-simpson@corphq.utc.com or Perri Dong at perridong@yahoo.com

If you want to drink, that's your business, if you want to quit, that's our business. Alcoholics Anonymous Hotline:13911389075 or contact the following email address: Beijingfellows@yahoo.com or go to www.aashanghai.com for more information.

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 speaking international church open only for foreign passport holders. Sundays 10:00 a.m. Location: Yong An Hotel, south Annex Building #4, 2nd Floor. Turn east from the Third Ring East Road by the wall of the Great Wall Sheraton Hotel, to the first lights, seeing the Yong An Hotel on your right. For info, call: Don 13911257602

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: 8462-2081

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

Summer football!
Get out in the fresh air and stay fit in the summer with ClubFootball's
summer football activities! 5,7 and 11-a-side football for men, women and children. From informal get-togethers to competitive matches. Everyone welcome. Mail play@wanguoqunxing.com or call 6417 0495 for details.See www.clubfootball.com.cn for more info and photos.

Women's football
The ClubFootball Ladies football group is looking for new players! We play (just for fun!) every weekend - new players of all abilities are always welcome to come along. Please mail play@wanguoqunxing.com or call 6417 0495 for details. See www.clubfootball.com.cn for photos of matches involving the ClubFootball Ladies.

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.

Do You Like to Sing?
The International Festival Chorus is seeking experienced choral singers of all nationalities to take part in its fall programme, including China's choral masterwork the "Yellow River Cantata?and annual "Messiah?with guest conductor Anne Randine ?verby. Auditions will be held in June & July. For more information or to book an audition slot, please contact Gillian Cull at beijingifc@aol.com

 
Biz Exhibitions and
Art Exhibits

Oriental Attraction
Creation Gallery 85617570, August 2 - 15

No Title by Wang Yin
China Art and Archives and Warehouse 84565152, July 12 - August 15

A Gathering of Heroes for Soka's New Home
Soka Art Centre 84012377, July 17 - Aug 10 closed on Monday

Chinese Experimental Ink and Wash touring Exhibition
Red Gate Gallery 65251005, July 26 - August 17

Asian Field by British artist Antony Gormley
National Museum of China 65129347, July 27 - August 28

Rencontres d'Arles 2003 Photography Festival
Courtyord Gallery 6526 8882 or email: courtart@cinet.com.cn, July 4th - end October 14th, 2003

Fresh Sandstorm2
Z&A Space Gallery 64711700, until August 13

 
Dining
Out

live Life! At Hilton Beijing
Hilton Beijing is presenting new and exciting restaurant promotions as part of the "Live Life at the Hilton" campaign. Discover sensational American specialties at Louisiana. Enjoy unlimited Dim Sum at Sui Yuan for only RMB 68. Be the first to experience our tantalizing "Catch Me if you Cannelloni" theme buffet on Monday at the Atrium. And enjoy the fresh outdoors at the Fountain Terrace and even Chinese movies every Friday and Saturday evenings! Just click here for the latest F&B information from Hilton Beijing and other Hilton hotels in China.

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Tel: 6800 5588 Fax: 6800 3308
website: www.stateguesthotel.com
Garden Cafe
Singapore and Malaysian Food Festival.
From the 14th to 28th July,Chef introduces delicacies from the Lands of the East. Enjoy Laksa's, Char Kuew Teow, Hainanese Chicken, Back Pepper Crab, Nonya Poh Piah, and other familiar delicacies
Lobby Lounge
Summer Chills Ice Cream Menu, throughout July August and September. Every year our pastry chef is keen to compose new overtures. Try compositions like Treasure Island and Shanghai Beach or for the very sweet tooth Harbin Igloo.
Dynasty Jade Garden
Welcome back to China with Peking Roast Duck. The famous Duck served the traditional way as a three course Set Menu. Our Incredible Value Special Price Rmb88 per Duck, Our Original Price Rmb298.

50% off in Silk Road Trattoria & 21st Floor Restaurant of The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Rmb36 for an authentic Italian Pizza in Silk Road Trattoria! Rmb264 for a Chef Tian's Super Shark Fin Casserole in 21st Floor Restaurant! Before August 31st 2003, guest can enjoy Italian, Sichuan and Cantonese specialties at surprising prizes! For reservations or more information, please call 010-65905566 ext.2117/2295

Capital Hotel Pasta Promotion Aug 1 - 31, 2003
Pasta lovers will be elated as our Ristorante Bologna will be offering 8 varieties of pasta with different sauces at only RMB68 per portion. The sauces are: Alfredo, Bolognese, Carbonara, Napolitaine, Al Funghi, Al Vongole.
Venue: 20th Floor, Capital Hotel, No. 3 Qianmen East Street, Beijing
Time:12:00 - 14:30 (Lunch), 18:00 - 22:30 (Dinner)
For reservations, please call 010 - 65129988 ext.3688

Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
Jichang Road, Jiang Tai Road, Beijing 100004
La Festa! Pinocchio is back!
Green Meal Deal- For every RMB100 you spend on food, enjoy two free games of bowling
Green Lunch Deal - Unlimited Salad Bar and all you can eat pizza RMB68 net per person including one soft drink
Endless Summer Salad Bar - RMB38 net per person (lunch time)
All you can eat Pizza - RMB38 net per person (lunch time)
For reservations, please call 6437 6688 Ext. 2874/3812

Taste delicious ! Taste life !
Justine's cake leads you to your prestige !
Jianguo Hotel Justine's cake is the brand cake of this business, taste delicious and will make you an easy and comfortable start of the day. The famous Justine's restaurant offers you many kinds of typical western cakes. Cheese Cake for the modern young boys and girls, Chocolate Moose Cake for all people, Black Forest Cake and Ice Cream Cake for your lovely kids, and also the traditional cream and fruit cake for your parents. Which is your favorite?
For your reservation, please call 86-10-6500 2233 ext.8085 for the Gourmet Corner.

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Wine
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Theatre & Performaces

Meet the world documentary masters @ The loft Every Saturday and Sunday, from July 19 - August 9, more info: 65017501.

Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern
Tianqiao Theater 63032315, August 8 - 10

Carpet Cinema
Free of charge - Venue: Lee's Carpet House, close to 21st Century Hotel.
Every Friday and Saturday evenings 8:00 pm starting from August 8
Carpet Cinema shows Chinese movies with English subtitles
Eight excellent Chinese films will be shown from August 8 to 30.
For more information and calendar, please contact 8457-2772, carpetcinema@yahoo.com

Movie: Finding NEMO
July 31 - August 7
Capital Cinema 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema 64042159

 
Nightlife

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Weekly
Calendar

Monday, August 4, 2003
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Chat Room & Music Room
Hard Drive Cafe 88096922 or 85111091, 9 PM

2003 Undergraduates' Drama Gala: Closing Ceremony
Bei Bing Ma Si Theater 64075959

Swing Class with Adam Lee
CD Jazz Cafe For details contact Adam Lee on swing_beijing@yahoogroups.com or 13671051491.

Tuesday, August 5, 2003
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Japanese Movie: The Snake of June
Space for Imagination 62791280, 7 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 8610 6581 3668 or email at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com or the President of the Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional), Ms. Regula Hwang Ma.

Wednesday, August 6, 2003
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Latino Class with Tiger & Mei,
LATINOS, more info: steve_hill_uk@yahoo.co.uk

Intelligence Valley Walk and Swim
Huairou County, set up at 8 am, more info: huilin@bjhikers.com.

Metal Night: DJ Chinabuzz and FM3
BlackJack Garden 6417-4628, 9 PM

A Door to Tibetan
Guge Tibetan Bar 68428315, 11am

Thursday, August 7, 2003
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La Battaglia di Algeri (1966) - The Battle of Algiers
This highly political film about the Algerian war for independence from France took "Best Film" honors at the 1966 Venice Film Festival.….Italian with English subtitles
Italian Embassy - Cultural Office
italcult@public.bta.net.cn; www.italcultbeijing.org

Ragga Connection with DJ S-press
VICS 65936215, 10 PM

Original Oil Painting @ Houhai
Hutong Bar II, 66158691, 6 PM

Friday, August 8, 2003
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Rock Roars
Get Lucky 64299109, 9 PM

Xinjiang-flavoured folk-rock
River 65944714, 9 PM

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

Arabic Belly-dancing
Downtown Cafe & Bar 64152100, 9 PM

Film: The Little Chinese Seamstress
The novel The Little Chinese Seamstress, Part-autobiography and part-fiction, gained international acclaim, with translations into 25 languages. 8 PM August 8 Telephone: 8457-2772, carpetcinema@yahoo.com

Saturday , August 9, 2003
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Afro-Caribbean Beat Night
The Deptford Crew in Collaboration with Treelonge Massive are back once again. with Dj's Albert, C and Tree keeping you moving all night to a mix of soca, kweito, zouk,Bdombolo, reggae and much more.
Contact: Deptford-Crew@gmx.co.uk

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

Talk/photo show: China Space Industry
More info: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org or 84622081

Movie: Zhou Yu's Train
Chinese movies with English subtitles, free of charge
Lee's Carpet House 84572772, 8 PM

Sunday , August 10, 2003
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Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern
Tianqiao Theater 63032315, 7:30 PM

Beijing Workers' Stadium 65016655, 7:30 PM

 
Upcoming
Events

Wednesday, August 13, YPHH Jazz Wednesdays at Niche Bar, 8pm
The music is getting back to Shanghai and so are the YPHH Jazz Wednesdays. This time Justine from S'pre will perform for you together with Ed on the ivories. Niche Bar and the restaurants at Westin have special discounts for anyone mentioning Jazz Wednesdays or YPHH. More information via www.yphh.com

Chinese Ethnic Dance
Poly Theater 65001188-5126, August 20-23

 
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