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A lot of Chinese medicines work very well, in some cases even better than western medicines. Moreover, Chinese medicines usually have no side effects. You might want to give them a try for light cases of common cold, cough, or diarrhea. For more severe illnesses they can accompany standard antibiotics and other western drugs to give you added relief. The local pharmacy will recommend which Chinese medicine is suitable for your condition, or you can ask Chinese friends for their recommendations. For example, I have headaches and I went to the pharmacy and the person gave me a bag I boil and then drink the water once a day--it has lessened the amount of headaches I have. I can't remember the name of the remedy, but just pointing and communicating a little will get you something similar.
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The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• Huge potential in China ICT sector
• New Nokia MD takes Malaysian challenge after China success
• Peter Rabbit publishing set to launch in China!
• China Unicom using Spatial mobile switching center
• Chinese tourists giving a boost to HK economy
• Market listing could value China Life at $8bn
• China pays salary to prisoners at labor camp

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Where Are You?!
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Daily Non-stop China to the U.S. by United
United offers 21 weekly flights from China to the U.S. Daily non-stop Beijing to Chicago, Shanghai to San Francisco, and daily flight Beijing to Tokyo and on to the U.S. cities with the most convenient service. Roundtrip from Beijing to
Tokyo: from RMB2890
San Francisco/Los Angeles/Seattle: from RMB4310
Eastern cities in the U.S.: from RMB5880
Seats are limited and restrictions apply. Prices do not include taxes. For reservations and information contact your travel agent or call United Airlines.
Beijing: (010) 6463-1111 Shanghai: (021) 6279-8009
Toll-free China: 800-810-8282
E-mail: flyua@united.com Website: www.cn.united.com

Effective as of 15 September, 5 flights weekly Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. Turkish Airlines is actually operating 3 flights weekly, Beijing-Instanbul, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday (23:50-04:30* ); Instanbul-Beijing, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday ( 22:15-12:15* ); Shanghai-Instanbul, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday ( 20:30-04:50* ); Instanbul-Shanghai, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday ( 22:15-15:25*). * Overnight flights in both directions.
For more information, please visit www.thy.com or www.turkishairlinechina.com or call us TK Beijing: 86-10 64651867, TK Shanghai: 86-10 32220022

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
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Opening Specials at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Starting from 10 October,2003, stay with us and enjoy our opening specials from CNY588++. 478 well-appointed guest rooms feature luxurious furnishing and amenities of international standards. The largest pillar-free hotel ballroom with natural light in town, plus 9 multifunction rooms can accommodate from 10 to 1300 guests in a variety of room configurations. Please click here for details. For reservations, please call our toll free number in China 800 830 2628 or dial 86-10-84992288 or e-mail to rsvn.cppvbj@ichotelsgroup.com

The Landmark Hotel, the premier five-star hotel in Shenzhen, is an oasis of gracious hospitality, providing a comforting sanctuary to business and leisure travelers from around the world. Elegant European ambience, exquisite Chinese and Western cuisine make The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen's preferred 5-star hotel. Superior-room RMB 656 net, including one buffet breakfast and one session of foot or body massage. Located strategically in the heart of Luohu's business and shopping district along Nanhu Road. Call now for Reservation at (86 755) 8219 0033 or visit our website: www.szlandmark.com

Satisfy your Senses... At Sheraton Sanya Resort!
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Shanghai JC Mandarin - "National Day" Room Special
Valid from Sept 26 - Oct 8, 2003. Single Room USD88+ Double Room USD98+, both includes breakfast. Only applicable for Chinese citizen and Green Card holders. No additional charge for child below 16 years of age sharing room with parents. Reservation Tel (21) 62791888X5121/5122 or 8008201225(Tollfree), e-mail: resvn.sjm@meritus-hotels.com

From 27 September to 5 October 2003
Take romantic walks on the Shanghai Bund waterfront, luxuriate in the Heavenly Bed, soak in a deep tub or wash the tension away under the Rainforest shower!
Deluxe Room: RMB1088* + 15% service charge inclusive of breakfast
Crown Deluxe Room: RMB1188* + 15% service charge inclusive of breakfast
*Only to PRC citizens and Green Card holders (excluding HK, Taiwan, Macau residents
*Breakfasts are for up to 2 persons
The Westin Shanghai, 88 Henan Central Road, Shanghai
For reservations please contact: Tel: 6335-1888 Fax: 6335-2772
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Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing
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Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing offers the "Best Value Room Package" with discounted room rates and deluxe amenities valid from September 1 until November 15, 2003.
Starting from only USD78+ for an overnight stay in a Standard Room, guests can enjoy various VIP benefits.
Make your reservations NOW! Please call Reservation Hotline (86-10) 6436 1805 or visit website www.rosedalebj.com

Crowne Plaza Shijiazhuang
Finally you can stay in comfort, luxury and style at the first true International Hotel in Shijiazhuang with the opening of the Crowne Plaza Shijiazhuang. Only 10 mins from the Railway Station and centrally located opposite the Hebei Cultural Museum and close to restaurants, offices and shops, this is now the best place to stay In Shijiazhuang. Special Great Rates and Best Breaks are available, with the best breakfast in town!
Call now for reservations Toll Free in China 800 830 2628 or call us 86-311-667 8888 or book on our website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hd/sjwch

In Celebration of National Day
27SEP - 06OCT
Enjoy the class and elegance of a Garden Hotel room priced at our sharply reduced "National Day Special Rate". Our restaurants and bars are preparing special fantastic National Day menus, from traditional family buffets to Japanese menus. Visit www.gardenhotelshanghai.com or ring (021)64151234 for more info. Add: 58 Maoming Nan Lu

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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:
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Fight Influenza
Don't let flu get you down this winter! Flu vaccines are available at Beijing International SOS Clinic. International SOS uses the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved vaccine. Appointments Tel: 010 - 6462 9112. Flu & flu shot info: www.internationalsos.cn\flu.htm

Be prepared, get your First Aid Class by Dr. Nisco !!!
Date: Tuesday October 28, 2003 Time: 9 am - 2 pm
Place: Beijing United Family Hospital & Clinics' Mongolian Yurt
Admission: USD55 or RMB450
Please RSVP to 64333960 ext. 394/393 or e-mail to ggu@bjunited.com.cn

Health Tips at BJU
A two-hour useful health tips session provided by BJU doctors. Covering topics: how to protect from the extremities of Beijing climate, ensure your family's continued peak health inChina and how to handle emergency cases. Join us for a cup of coffee and health tips! We will discuss preventative care and solutions for the many health situations that can arise in this fast paced and unique city. This is a great opportunity to meet other new arrivals and connect.
Date: Wednesday October 29, 2003 Time: 10:00 am - noon
Location: Beijing United Family Hospital & Clinics' Mongolian Yurt
Admission: Free
Please RSVP to 64333960 ext. 389/262 or email to ggu@bjunited.com.cn

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
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Blue Castle -- Your best & only exclusively residential choice in Beijing's CBD
Walking distance to Da Wang Lu subway, Blue Castle is centrally located at west Da Wang Lu, the central area of Beijing CBD. This luxurious residential property is managed by China World Trade Center and provides a wide range of residential apartments from 1 to 4 bedrooms ranging from 61.14 to 319.59 square meters. Please click here to see show rooms and floor plans or click logo for more information.
Hotline for Lease: 010-6583 1905 / 010-6581 1903
Hotline for Sale: 010-6583 6188
Email: zuwu@bluecastle.net.cn (Leasing only)
24 hours cell phone service: 1380 116 4311
Blue Castle sales office: No.3 Xidawanglu, Chaoyang District, Beijing.

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 envn the land. 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 135 0127 8668, 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, Phone: (8610)65171275 (Direct line), Fax: (8610)65101368/69. E-mail: angela_shew@dtz.bj.cn

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Job Vacancy at British Embassy Beijing
Management Section
*Position: PA Management Section/Protocol Assistant - Open only to expatriates - full time position
*Main purpose of job: To provide secretarial and administrative support to the Management Section.
*Duties include:
- arranging Chinese registration formalities for UK-based personnel
- Maintaining Management Section Filing system
- Maintaining Embassy Personnel lists
- Assisting the Senior Management Officer and other members of staff with major projects
- Providing cover and support for the Personnel Officer
- Secretary of the Post Management and Housing Committees.
- Arranging Embassy Newcomers Briefing
- Handling general enquiries
*Requirements:
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- A good approach to teamwork and an ability to work in a busy office environment.
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Adaptability
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office is essential.
- Applicants must have permission to work in China
Deadline for receipt of application is 10 October 2003.
Please send CV and covering letter to:
The Personnel Officer
The British Embassy
11 Guanghua Lu
Beijing 100600
Fax: 6532 1937/8/9
E-mail: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

Job Vacancy at British Embassy Beijing
Defence Section
*Position: Personal Assistant - Position open to British nationals
*Main purpose of job: To provide executive secretarial support to the Defence Attache/Dean of the Military Attache Corps (MAC) and the Naval & Air Attache
*Primary responsibilities will include
- Screen telephone calls
- Arrange appointments and maintain electronic diaries
- Prepare routine correspondence
- Maintain Contacts List for MAC
- Co-ordinate driver programme
- Prepare guest lists for official functions and distribute hand written invitations
- Act as Secretary for the Executive Committee of the MAC, preparing Agendas and recording Minutes.
- Filing
- Liaison with all levels of personnel within the Embassy and MAC
*Required skills:
- Computer Proficiency
- Excellent Organisational skills
- Good Interpersonal skills
- Previous experience as a senior management Personal Assistant
*Desirable skills: Shorthand
The monthly salary will be up to approx. 17.600,00 RMB.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo appropriate security clearances.
Deadline for receipt of applications is 17 October 2003.
Please send CV and covering letter to:
The Personnel Officer
The British Embassy
11 Guanghua Lu
Beijing 100600
Fax: 6532 7989
E-mail: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

Job Vacancy at British Embassy Beijing
Management Section
*Position: Supplies Officer - full time position - open to all nationalities
*Main purpose of job: Ordering goods required by Embassy staff, i.e. stationery, cleaning materials, furniture and furnishings, some office furniture and float goods.
*Duties include:
- to maintain stationery stock levels and source non-stock items;
- to order furniture and fabrics for flats and offices;
- to ensure all flats are clean and ready for occupation;
- to liase within Management Section to ensure sufficient float items are available and to help collate and deliver;
- to monitor utility bills
- to line manage 7 local members of staff
*Requirements:
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- A good approach to teamwork and an ability to work in a busy office environment.
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills
- Adaptability
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office is essential.
- Applicants must have permission to work in China
Deadline for receipt of application is 10 October 2003.
Please send CV and covering letter to:
The Personnel Officer
The British Embassy
11 Guanghua Lu
Beijing 100600
Fax: 6532 1937/8/9
E-mail: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

Due to expansion, Beijing Berlitz is looking for additional enthusiastic teachers to teach English. Your students will be multinational companies in Beijing. Part-time and full-time positions available immediately.
You must be a native English speaker with a university degree. Training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided.
Email:valbates@berlitz.com.cn Tel: 6593-0478

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

Seeking Volunteers
The New Great Wall project has been initiated, organized and implemented by the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation (CFPA), a Chinese NGO. The project aims to improve public welfare of poor college students and their families by providing much needed financial support and moral
encouragement. We invite more English-speaking volunteers who are helpful for the donation to support this effort and help make it a success. Contact Chen Qianqian (Leo) at (010)82872688 ext 652 for info.

I am a Cameroonian lady, age 27, holder of a Teacher Grade 1 Diploma from a teacher training college. I have experience in teaching English and personal Hygiene to kindergarden and Primary school pupil of ages 2-10 years. I am in Beijing. Please mailto: emillyken@yahoo.co.uk

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Looking for 2-3 bedroom apartment to rent from Mid October in or near Chaoyang District, Beijing. Modern deco, furnished, nearby supermarket preffered. within USD1000-USD1200/month rent budget. Pictures of your apartment will be appreciated. Please mailto:2033334@dreamwiz.com

Birthday Clown Available!
Mr. magic does parties in Beijing and Shanghai. Music, magic and more! Harry Potter and Bob the Builder theme parties. Prize bags, Magic Class and mini carnivals as well!! Charities welcome. contact Mr. Magic at 13910626059, parsons59@yahoo.com

Wanted: Sofa, Bookshelves & Table. I need a comfy sofa (Ikea type, fabric) 3-4 seater, in reasonable condition, pref. with 1-2 armchairs. Also need bookshelves & dining table. Can't afford much, so best price, pls! Call Jane: 13683098784. Thanks!

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

Beijing D&T Law Firm provides expats with legal services of a full range, including long term personal legal adviser, drafting, reviewing and translation of legal documents, commercial investigation, representation in litigations, etc. Please contact Mr. Zhao Jun at 85862889, 13901086673 or zhaojun@dtlawyers.com.cn

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
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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

Beijing International Christian Fellowship (BICF) is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders. Join us Sunday mornings at 9 or 11 am at the 21st Century Theater.
- People from 60+ countries
- Translating from English into four other languages
- We offer Children's, Teen, and Adult classes at 9 and 11
- True unity in the midst of cultural diversity.
For more information about BICF, contact us at www.bicf.org or call 8454 3468.

we are a group of latin dance dancers who are looking for people who's got the same interest to join us. We meet at least 4 times a week. it is better to have already you partner but if you do not have one, you, we will try to provide you one. Beginners are also welcome! if you are interested write us at latina_caribenia@hotmail.com

Good business ethics is good for business. But how do you shape the decisions and actions of employees, suppliers and customers in such a busy, changing, challenging, and complex marketplace? It must begin with a commitment and a plan. The Macau Association of Business Ethics is offering a weekend seminar on how to start. September 26 (7-9pm) and 27 (9am-5pm). All are welcome, students are free. Businesses pay RMB 100 for the cost of materials. The seminar includes discussion of how to survey the ethical situation in your company, identify weak areas, and write and implement a plan for improved business practices and better performance. For more information, e-mail: xiaohua@eastnet.com.cn or call 13910993251.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous
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 for foreign passport holders. Sundays 10:00 a.m., Yong An Hotel.
-Experience worship with abandonment
-The Word taught with relevance and personal Prayer Ministry times
-At The River, His presence changes lives!
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

Get fit - play football!
Whether you are a fresh-faced youngster or knocking on a bit, we have football for you! If you feel a bit old or a bit flabby don't waste your time staring at treadmill but work off those excess pounds of flesh whilst meeting new people and having fun! We have 5,7 and 11-a-side football for men, women and children. All levels catered for from informal get-togethers to competitive matches. Everyone more than welcome. Mail play@wanguoqunxing.com or call 6417 0495 for details. See www.clubfootball.com.cn for more info and photos.

Calling all women footballers!
The ClubFootball Ladies' football group is looking for new players! We play (just for fun!) every weekend - new players of all abilities from starters to more experienced 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 Overby. Auditions will be held in June & July. For more information or to book an audition slot, please contact Gillian Cull at beijingifc@aol.com

From the beginning of September, ClubFootball will once again be inviting children in Beijing to its programme of highly popular junior soccer-training courses at the ISB Soccer Academy. Following on from the successful Spring 2003 courses, the Autumn programme has been expanded to cater for children from the ages of 6 to17. All course are to be held on grass pitches at the ISB and are open to all students. For further information please go to: http://www.wanguoqunxing.com/coaching_0002.php.

The 13th China International Sporting Goods Show(Oct 4 - 7)
2003 Fashion Life Show(Oct 10 - 12)
2003 Beijing International Dairy & Meat and Food Ingredients Industry Exhibition(Oct 10 - 12)
China International Exhibition Center 84600000

Empty Valley by Italian Photographer Marialba Russo
Jintai Art Museum 65019441, until Oct 5

Photo Trace from 1950's
798 Photo Gallery 64381784, Sep 21 - Oct 20

First Beijing International Art Beinnale
China Millennium Monument Art Museum 68513322, September 20 - October 20

New Works by Ling Jian
CourtYard Gallery 65268882, September 21- end October

Oil Painting of the angst of modern urban living
Beijing New Millennium Art Gallery 84536193, until October 8

Left Hand, Right Hand
798 Space 64384862, September 19 - 30

Mongolian Ornaments & weapons
China Millennium Monuments Art Museum 68513322, Sep 10 - Nov 10

Real Experiences
Xray Art Center 85766680-3001, September 14 - October 12

Long March Space: Folk Power
25000 Li Cultural Center 64387107, September 16 - October 6

Joint Oil Painting by Wang Yuping and Shen Ling
Red Gate Gallery 65251005, September 13 - 30

DNA Photography Exhibition
Nanxin Warehouse 13671295154, September 14 - October 14

Brush Paintings from Lao Jia
Laojia Art Museum 81706445, September 16 - 30

Indian Week
Song Qingling Museum 64044205, Oct 1 - 7

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Tel: 6800 5588 Fax: 6800 3308
website: www.stateguesthotel.com
Garden Cafe - "Game Specialties"
Hunter's time is arriving! Indulge in specialties of Game with its distinct flavor and unbelievable mouth-watering zest, enjoyed by connoisseurs around the world.
Lobby Lounge - Cheese Cakes from around the world. Why not wash these down with September choice of wines by the glass
Dynasty Jade Garden - "World Sea's Seafood Promotion"
Indulge into the creations of Pan Xian Wen our Chinese executive chef who selected the best the Sea has to provide.South African Abalone, Scallops from Canada are all part of the mouthwatering specialties on his menu.

National Day Family Set Menu at 21st Floor Restaurant
From October 1st to 7th 2003, The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing is providing a National Day Family Set Menu at 21st Floor Restaurant. The chefs specially designed the menu presenting the best of Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine, gather together with your family and friends to enjoy 10 specialties including: Seafood Shark's Fin Soup with Golden Mushroom, Braised King Prawns with Chilli and Garlic Sauce, ... Only RMB188 net per person.
For reservations, please call: 010 - 65905566 ext.2295

Set Menu for October at Ristorante Bologna
Discover all the gourmet delights Italian food brings you. Our Chef is pleased to offer a 4-course set menu at RMB268 per person (half price for children): Parma Ham, Salami and Carpaccio; Roasted Tomato & Paprika Soup; Grilled Tuna Steak; Ice Cream Meringue Cake. Meanwhile you can enjoy the panoramic view of Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City at our 20th floor Ristorante Bologna.Venue:20th Floor,Capital Hotel; Time:12:00 - 14:30 (Lunch); 18:00 - 22:30 (Dinner). For reservations, please call 010 - 65129988 ext.3688

Get Your Caffeine Fix at Paradiso Coffee
Named after the Oscar-award winning movie "Cinema Paradiso". This is a perfect place to meet friends and colleagues for a quiet cup of coffee or a nice glass of wine. Patrons are encouraged to cozy up with magazines or books while listening to an international smattering of music. Our large front windows provide a gaze over the Xiba river while wireless internet connections allow you to surf the web. An assortment of coffee and alcohol drinks ranging from 12 - 30 RMB along with our fresh pastry and Italy spaghetti. Please check out our website www.paradisocoffee.com for coming events, catering information, and promotional programs. Daily hours: 7:00am - Midnight. Address: Jintai Building, frist floor, 1 Xibahe Nanlu, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-6440-2272

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Ballet: Swan Lake
Beijing Exhibition Theatre 68354455, September 28 - 30

Comedy: Shakespeare Collected Performance by Australian Performing Troupe
Children's Art Theater 65134115, Oct 1 - 3

Windsor Avenue Aquatique Show
Changyang Park 65065409, until October 4

Chinese Cross Talk Show
Poly Theater 65065345, Oct 1 - 3

Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
Tianqiao Theatre 83156300, Oct 3 - 5

Circus Performance
Chaoyang Park 65065409, September 26 - Oct 10

Movie: X-Men United 2
September 25 - 30
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

Big Beat Boutique at CLOUD 9 on eve of National Day
"a deck-wrecking generation-trashing mash-up for sneaker-beaters"; UK's most loved and best known club. Big Beat Boutique is set detonate dance floors in Beijing to celebrate the National Day with quality underground party music. DJ's Matt Cantor (Freestylers), B.L.I.M & VJ Tim Fleming.
Ticket: RMB 100; Info: 64178318, 64178317; Web: http://www.the-boutique.co.uk/

Loft goes Latin - Every Saturday!
Top DJ's from Latin America - Salsa, Samba, Cha Cha, Latin Disco, Reggae and other great music - Free dance lessons from 8pm - Drinks from 15RMB - Authentic Latin food and drinks - Free entry! Free snacks! Free lucky draw!
Every Saturday at The Loft - 4 Gongti Bei Lu - 65017501 - bj@chinasalsa.com
Hasta la vista!!

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Monday, September 29, 2003
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Ballet: Swan Lake
Beijing Exhibition Theatre 68354455, 7:30 PM

Drama: Macbeth by Vietnam Youth Drama Troupe
Beijing University, more info: 62757169

Symphony Concert
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

Huang Mei Opera: Chang Hen Ge (The Sad Love Song)
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 7:30 PM

Tuesday, September 30, 2003
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Big Beat Boutique at CLOUD 9 on eve of National Day
Big Beat Boutique is set detonate dance floors in Beijing to celebrate the National Day with quality underground party music (see ad on Nightlife listing for more info). Ticket: RMB 100; Info: 64178318, 64178317; Web: http://www.the-boutique.co.uk/

Half-price Beer and Pizza
Club Viva 13311295960, 5 PM

Songs from Movies
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

The Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional) meets at the Kempinski Hotel every Tuesday at 12:30 PM. Members of Rotary Clubs are a cross-section of local business and professional leaders who come together for fellowship and to build lifelong friendships, promote high ethical standards in all vocation and who seek personal satisfaction in providing volunteer service to others in need of help. Please contact: Ms. Li Xiaohui by phone at 8610 6581 3668 or email at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com or the President of the Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional), Ms. Regula Hwang Ma.

Huang Mei Opera: Chang Hen Ge (The Sad Love Song)
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 7:30 PM

Circus Performance
Chaoyang Park 65065409, daytime

Wednesday, October 1, 2003
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Japanese Gagaku
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, 22 PM

Comedy: Shakespeare Collected Performance by Australian Performing Troupe
Children's Art Theater 65134115, 7 PM

Interested in Chinese Cross Talk? Cross Talk Master's Live Performance
Poly Theater 65065345, 7:30 PM

The 2nd South Xuanwu Cultural Festival - Opening Ceremony
Old Interesting places and scenery including Da Guan Yuan, Tan Ran Ting (Pavilion) , Nan Cai Yuan etc. More info: 83540679

UEFA Champions League Live @ the ClubFootball Centre near Dongzhimen!!
02:30 Scheduled match to be confirmed!
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Thursday, October 2, 2003
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Rocking Thursday
The Den 65926290, 10 PM

Ladies Night
Emergency Room 64130085, 10 PM

Guitars and School Ballads
River Bar 65944714, 9 PM

Chill out to dance
Vibes 64378082, 9 PM

UEFA Champions League Live @ the ClubFootball Centre near Dongzhimen!!
02:30 Scheduled match to be confirmed!
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Ginger e Fred (1986)
Two aging dancers, who made a living imitating Astair and Rogers 40 years ago, meet and rekindle forgotten emotions when they come together for a television performance. A comedy about romance and also a satire on the extremes and extravagances of Italian television. ¡­. In Italian with English subtitles. Italian Embassy - Cultural Office
italcult@public.bta.net.cn; www.italcultbeijing.org

Friday, October 3, 2003
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The English Premiership LIVE @ the ClubFootball Centre near Dongzhimen!!
19:25 Liverpool Vs Arsenal (L)
21:55 Scheduled match to be confirmed!
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
Tianqiao Theatre 83156300, 7:30

Elektrobeat
Elektrobeat DJs Usami and Slab are not, repeat not, taking a holiday
and will be playing the best dance music in Beijng of all those who
will stay in the nations great capital this holiday season ... expect
what you have come to love from two of China's best DJs.
@ The CLUB/88 info@elektrobeat.com

Rhythm Dogs
Big Easy 65086776, 9 PM

Shooters Night
Black Sun Bar 2 65936912

Chinese Movie: The King Of Masks (Bian Lian)
In Chinese with English Subtitles
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Jazz Chanteuse Diaiana Georgieva
High Society 64004875, 9 PM

Saturday , October 4, 2003
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Rock Your Night
Get Lucky 64299109, 9 PM

Australian All Stars featuring DJs Mark John (Seven/Melbourne) & Slab + Mark
More info: www.elektrobeat.com, 133 111 20235 / 1300 1135 089

Beijing Opera: Zhang Xie Zhuang Yuan
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 7:30 PM

Chinese Movie: The King of Masks (Bian Lian)
In Chinese with English Subtitles
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

The English Premiership LIVE @ the ClubFootball Centre near Dongzhimen!!
20:55 Middlesbrough Vs Chelsea (L)
23:00 Aston Villa Vs Bolton Wanderers (L)
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Sunday , October 5, 2003
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Puppet Show: Zoo in the Space
Puppet Theater 64254798, 10 AM

Beijing Opera: Zhang Xie Zhuang Yuan
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 7:30 PM

Learn some outdoor skills and meets more friends like wild life
Magic Rock 68451142, 6 PM

Wednesday, October 15 - YPHH Happy Hour at Nightman
Again on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, the YPHH Happy Hour. And again we visit a brand new venue: Nightman. You can check out all the details on www.yphh.com

Rolling Over for Beethoven
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, October 6

Chuan Opera: King of the Mask (Bian Lian)
Chang'an Theater 65101310, Oct 7

River Dance
Great Hall of the People 66081188, Oct 9 - 13

Cultural Festival: A Taste of Beijing
Beijing Books Building 62361320, Oct 11 - 25

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