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If you have enough time taking a bus is the cheapest way to get around town and to meet people who want to improve their English. The problem is to find the right bus! My solution was to draw up a matrix noting down the bus numbers at different locations: starting at home, then by my favourite watering holes etc.. Look for numbers that are common to your point of departure and your destination and there you are. However check when you board the bus as sometimes the same bus number plies different routes. To do this I copy down the names of bus stops in both Chinese Characters and Pinyin. If you want to get a seat try to travel between 8:30 am and 3:30pm.
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We're looking for great tips from expats like you! Share your wealth of Beijing-living knowledge with the rest of the foreigners living here! Send your Expat Tips to beijingtip@xianzai.com! If we choose your tip, we'll give you a great Yangzi River map or one of Odyssey Publications many guidebooks on China and the rest of the world.

The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• Lucent Technologies Signs Optical Expansion Contract
• China Wireless Announces Alliance With Internet Services Provider
• China Grants M20 Million to Lesotho
• China strongly condemns Istanbul blasts
• China to Promote Own Alternative to DVDs
• Yahoo eyes purchase of Chinese Web firm

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Where Are You?!
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Unbelievable weekend Air + Hotel package to Tokyo on United
Starting from just RMB2,400 for single occupancy; RMB2,200 per person per night for double occupancy. For inquiries and booking, please call our ticketing office at (8610)6463-1111. Conditions apply.

5 flights weekly Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 100 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities.
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Early bird winter package
Purchase our normal fare Business Class ticket for RMB 24.180,- at least 3 weeks prior to departure and you will receive a travel voucher with a value of CNY 4.800,- .
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Executive Winter Package RMB750 net
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State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Tel: (8610)6800 5588 Fax: (8610)6800 3308
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Stay and Play Packages RMB925
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Swing into the New Year at the International Big Band Ball at the Presidential Plaza State Guest Hotel Beijing, December 31st 8pm till end. Cocktails at 7:30, Dinner at 8:30, Champagne at Midnight, Late Supper, dining only package RMB750.

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 from November 16, 2003 to March 15, 2004. Starting from only USD68+ for an overnight stay in a Standard Room, guests can enjoy various VIP benefits.
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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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We'd love to see your smile
Special dental bleaching promotion for only USD200. Also includes check-up, cleaning and x-ray. Offer valid at the International SOS dental clinic from November through to end January 2004.
Call (8610) 6462 0333 to brighten up your smile!

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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Beijing Hua Yi Classical Furniture
Beijing Hua Yi Classical Furniture company Ltd is the largest Chinese classical furniture producing and retailoring enterprise in north of China. The company has the capability of production of 15,000 of restore and 15,000 of reproduction per annum. Hua Yi also has its own show room of 16,000 sqm at Beijing International Airport area with over 30,000 pieces of Ming and Qing Dynasties restore and reproductions which will definitely meet your needs. For more information & photos, please click here. Hua Yi company address: No 89, Xiao Dian, Dong Wei Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing China.100018; Tel: 86 10 84333220; Fax: 86 10 84333226;
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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: (8610)6583 1903 / (8610)6581 1905. Hotline for Sale: (8610)6583 6188 Email: bl@bluecastle.net.cn Blue Castle sales office: No.3 Xidawanglu, Chaoyang District,Beijing. Blue Castle developer: Beijing Jianhua Times Real Estate Co,.Ltd.
Property Management: China World Property & Hotel Management Co., Ltd.

Blue Castle International Centre, the future of office buildings
The 27th floors Blue Castle International Centre is centrally located in Beijing's CBD area (1km north of CWTC). This 24 hours service office building offers a unique multiple floor straight office space with full glass walls, and is equipped with a Trane unit module central air conditioning system for complete air change; 2 international standard simultaneous interpretation centers; 3,500 independent telephone modules; 6-class line broadband and LAN system; 400 sq.m Blue Staff canteen; coffee shop; library; gymnasium; swimming pool; business lounge; convenience store.The Centre will be topped out in January 2004 and completed in August. Interest free before completion. For more information, please click here VIP Hotline: (8610)6583 6188 Email: bl@bluecastle.net.cn Blue Castle sales office: No.3 Xidawang Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100026. Blue Castle developer: Beijing Jianhua Times Real Estate Co,. Ltd
Property Management: China World Property & Hotel Management Co., Ltd.

New World Tai Hua Service Apartment
Beijing Kiu Lok Property Service Co., Ltd is a professional real estate agency. Our property consultants will provide you a wide range of property information including Beijing New World Center Office Buildings & Apartments; Beijing New World Tai Hua Apartments; Dynasty Garden Villas; Chateau Regalia Villas and much more... Our experienced and special tailored services will definitely meet your needs. For more information, please click here or contact Ms Rina Yan on (8610)6708 1288, 13031036135 or fax to (8610)6701 0598. E-mail:bjkl@vip.163.com Website: http://www.kiulok.com.hk

The Tower Apartments at Oriental Plaza - The Best of it All!
Centrally located within Oriental Plaza are Beijing's best fully serviced luxury apartments. Tenants enjoy housekeeping, a Club Oasis/Lido membership, and even a discount at the bars and restaurants of the Grand Hyatt Beijing. The property has over 40 food and beverage outlets, a grocery store and is conveniently located above a subway station. 1 to 4-bedroom suites are available, ranging from 55 sq.m. all the way to Beijing's best presidential suites. Short-term leases are now possible! Click here to see November's specials. Call (8610) 8518 1188 for an appointment or email to apartment@orientalplaza.com

Looking for Office or Residential Space in Beijing?
Environmentgreen estate agency can provide you the more style apartments, houses, offices and retail center, even the factory and land for living or investment. For more details, please visit our website at www.environmentgreen.com or call us at (8610)82636333, the hot line is 13501278668.

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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United States Embassy Beijing
The General Service Office (GSO) of the Embassy of the United States invites qualified professionals to apply for the position of Warehouse Manager.
*Basic function:
Incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Property & Supply Officer and in close collaboration with the locally employed Warehouse Supervisor, in providing oversight, best possible usage, and protection against waste, fraud, and abuse in the storage, issuance, replenishment, and disposal of office and residential furnishings, appliances, and equipment of all agencies subscribing to post's warehousing services.
*Required qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in Beijing.
*Education: Completion of secondary school.
*Prior Work Experience: 3 years management experience, of which at least two years has been in an embassy or an associated agency.
*Language Proficiency: Professional level fluency in spoken and written English essential.
*Knowledge: Must have basic knowledge of U.S. Department of State procedures and regulations.
*Skills and Abilities: Must be able to effectively supervise and manage the section while still providing top level customer service to all agencies at post.
For additional information and how to apply, please visit our website www.usembassy-china.org.cn. Look for Warehouse Manager, FP-06.

United States Embassy Beijing
The Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) of the Embassy of the United States of America invites professionals with experience in economic data collection, excellent report writing and spoken English in Mandarin Chinese to apply for the position of Agricultural Assistant.
**The successful applicant will join Beijing's FAS team performing the following duties:
* Gather information and data on China's agricultural trade policies, regulations, and treaty implementation from a variety of published and unpublished sources, and prepares factual written reports. Focus will be on the agricultural situation for major commodities of interest to the United States as well as agricultural trade issues between the United States and China.
* Compile information on current developments in Chinese agricultural markets with an emphasis on their effect on U.S. agricultural exports.
* Monitor and review Chinese government import policies, regulations, and practices in order to facilitate U.S. agricultural exports.
* Review government publications and trade press. Select, translate and/or summarize relevant documents. Accompany officials to meetings providing interpretation, note taking and other assistance.
* Establish and maintain working-level contacts with a broad range of Chinese ministries and organizations, as well as with private trade organizations and companies.
**The successful applicant must possess the following:
* Bachelor's degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, economics, international relations, business administration, law, or other related field.
* Three to five years of progressively responsible prior experience in agricultural economic research and analysis or equivalent experience in marketing of agricultural commodities or related field.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Mandarin Chinese (Level IV English). Ability to obtain and analyze information from both official and unofficial sources in order to generate precise and accurate oral and written reports. Ability to translate technical articles and documents from English into Chinese and from Chinese into English. Ability to interpret technical and policy discussions. Proficient in both Chinese and English langrage word processing packages, database management and spreadsheet programs.
* Knowledge of principles of agricultural economics, international trade, and the WTO.
* Understanding of China's import policies and regulations as they relate to agricultural commodities and issues.
* Ability to travel and work outside of normal working hours.
For additional information and how to apply, please visit our website at www.usembassy-china.org.cn. Look for Agricultural Assistant, FSN-9.

Are you interested in working at International School of Beijing-Shunyi (ISB)? You are cordially invited to visit our website at http://www.isb.bj.edu.cn/employment.html for details. We look forward to hearing from you.

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

Positive Art Workshop is looking for an artist to conduct classes in You'An Hospital. The following qualifications are required:
*Previous experience teaching adults and children *Skills in printing, painting and calligraphy *Speaks fluent Chinese and English *Open-minded, strong interpersonal skills, willing to work in a team *Willing to work with people living with HIV and AIDS
Working hours: 10-12 hours a week
Previous experience in community work is preferable
Please send your resume to info@smallstepsinchina.com with your contact details included.

Seeking Volunteers
The New Great Wall project has been initiated, organized and implemented by the China Foundation for Poverty Alleviation (CFPA),a 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 to support this effort and help make it a success. Contact Chen Qianqian (Leo) at 010-8287-2688 ext 652 or qianqian_chen@hotmail.com for info.

American speaks fluent Chinese. Young with years of experience, looking for work opportunities, short-term project work, or long-term employment. Have worked in consulting, manufacturing and trade. Please send e-mail David: SB2731@yahoo.com

Masters degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering specialized in telecommunications. Speak fluent English and Chinese. Work experiences as Application Engineer/Board Designer/Research specialist in the telecommunication industry in Canada. Looking for a position. Please contact Lawrence: lawrence_chen@yahoo.com

Post-graduate diploma in Business Management Administration, Masters degree in elecommunications. Multinational working experiences. Fluent in English and Chinese. Looking for work opportunities. Have worked as project coordinator, system verification engineer, marketing representatives, and consultant. Please contact Serena: dingpro@yahoo.com

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220 M2 apartment at Jian Guo Men Wai available for the immediate rental at very competitive price. If interested, please send the email to: platok@public.bta.net.cn

Looking for a new or rennovated 2 bedrooms apt in Haidien district, 1900-2150RMB/M acceptable. Should have a hygeinic kitchen and decent bathroom.plz. Contact: (8610)62921316. If you are an agent i am willing to pay you the fee after i sign the contract.

Seeking native Spanish speakers for language exchange. I'm an American studying in Beijing. We can hang out and exchange in Spanish, English and Chinese. Please contact Susie at 13031030543 or susiechu@yahoo.com Gracias!

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

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

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 sales@nics.com.cn or http://www.nics.com.cn

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management: Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures..www.lehmanbrown.com
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Emergency First Responder: November 30 Emergency First Responder is one of the most comprehensive CPR and First Aid courses available anywhere in the world. On November 30 (Sunday), SinoScuba will present the entire course in one full-day session at Plaza Conference Centre in China Life Tower (next to Full Link Plaza in Chaoyangmen), 9:00 to 17:00. To register, please call Steven at 1369 302 8913 or e-mail steven@sinoscuba.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

Join us Sunday mornings at 9 or 11 am at the 21st Century Theater or for one of our special events in December. Women's Luncheon and Bazaar, Dec. 5; Christmas Program - Dec. 7; Christmas Dinner - Dec. 12; Children's Christmas Pageant - Sunday, Dec 14; Christmas Family Service - Dec. 21; Christmas Eve Service - Dec 24 @ 8:00 & 10:00pm
For more details visit www.bicf.org or call (8610)8454 3468. Beijing International Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders.

Map Fortnight At Western Academy Beijing
Exhibition And Presentation
From Monday Nov 24 to Monday 8 Dec, Western Academy of Beijing with Steve Carroll (map expert and co-founder of WAB) will be staging an exhibition of over a dozen historic maps under the intriguing theme of "Did China Discover the New Worlds?". The antique maps on display will include the famous China Regnum map, the Munster America 1540, and the Ulm Ptolemy 1482. Each of these rare maps is part of a series of twenty-five which is currently being re-published in the original. As part of this celebration of maps, Mr Carroll will be making a presentation to members of the public and their families on December 6 in the WAB Library. It will offer a fascinating insight into China's little-known exploration of the New Worlds through maps. Many of the maps describe the routes taken by China's voyages of discovery to America, Artic, Antartica and Australia in 1421-23, a time notably predating the voyages of Christopher Columbus. So this presentation is sure to unsettle a few traditionally held beliefs about who got there first!
In conjunction with the exhibition there will related educational displays in the school about map making and its technology. Throughout the display period students of all grades will be given a chance to study the maps and displays in interaction with their programme of study and a special Map Assembly will be held on Monday, December 1st at 8.40am for the WAB Middle and High School students. In celebration of the first ever Map Fortnight at WAB and in commemoration of the 10 year anniversary of the school, WAB will be commissioning a limited edition China Regnum map for each of its families.
For inquiries please contact:
Steve Carroll 1303 101 6560, steven_carroll2000@hotmail.com. Also available for interviews.
EVENTS
"Did China Discover the New Worlds?" Presentation - ES Library, Saturday, Dec 6th, 10-11am (Open to Parents, Students and Public)
"Did China Discover the New Worlds?" Historic Map Exhibition - ES Wab Way, Monday Nov 24 to Monday 8 Dec (Open to Parents, Students and Public)

"Trees of Light" - A Very Special Christmas Gala at The Commune by the Great Wall 6th December 2004 -- Save the date! Champagne reception, Zhang Lin Hai Art Exhibit, silent auction, live auction, dinner & dancing. Attire: Black Tie (optional). Bus transportation is available. There will also be parking for private cars. All proceeds to benefit Special Olympics China. Also visit www.specialolympics.org.cn. For tickets and more information, contact Trish Smith: (8610)8518-8500, ext. 5591/ Mobile: 1369-358-3086 / tsmith@specialolympics.com

Homeschooling Support Group:
PIE: Parental Involvement in Education: Provides support for families interested in or already homeschooling; To join or for immediate inquiries, please contact Mikayla: (8610)64716365, 13910234932 or pie_group@hotmail.com

An exciting second round of the ClubFootball Autumn Amateur Premier League was completed at the weekend with plenty of action in all the games from Divisions 1 and 2. However, new players are still welcome to join as ClubFootball is always on the look out for new players. ClubFootball activities are open to all, male and female, experienced and otherwise. If you are interested in having a little exercise and making new friends, please call 6417 0495 or contact play@wanguoqunxing.com.

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

Taijiquan Workshop
Follow Han Laoshi to learn traditional style Taijiquan for your life enhancement. Heidi will help for translation. Wendesdays at 19:00 for beginners and Saturdays at 09:00a.m.for advanced level. Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com or 13001039563

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

River of Grace Church
"The River" is an English 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

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.

Christmas Jewelry Fair on Sunday 7th Dec 2003, 2-6 pm, at Boys and Girls bar (68 North SanliTun) featuring Asian fusion jewelry by Canadian designer Jocy G, glamorous hand made purses, crafts and much more... For English/Chinese info call 13911027386.

The 92th China Stationery Commodities Fair(Nov 28 - 30)
China International Exhibition Center 84600000

Days of Songs: Xia Junna
China Blue Gallery 64966933, Nov 23-Dec 7

Group Show by Su Weixian, Liu Jibiao and Zhang Zhenhua
Wanfung Art Gallery 65233320, Nov 22-Dec 2

Huang Yan's Oil Paintings
Red Gate Gallery 65251005, Nov 8-30

Funny Loneliness by Luan Xiaojie
Qin Gallery 87790461/0458, Nov 15-30

Solo exhibition by Li Yun
Green T. House 65528310/8311, Nov 8-30

Contemporary oil paintings by group of painters
Beijing New Millennium Art Gallery 8453 6193, Nov 6-26

New Paintings from Xie Xiaoze
China Art Archieves and Warehouse 84565152, Oct 11 - Nov 26

Solo Exhibition: Red, Yellow and Blue
Schoeni Art Gallery 85802142, Nov 6-30, closed on Monday

The Place To Meet - Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Want a new place for sumptuous, mouthwatering meal? Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing - The New Place To Meet will bring you to experience different cuisines from all over the world, authentic Cantonese, Beijing delicacies, Brazilian Churrascos, variety of desserts, cocktails......
For more information please ring 010 - 84982288 or click here

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Tel: (8610)6800 5588 Fax: (8610)6800 3308
website: www.stateguesthotel.com
Garden Cafe - "Around the World"
Delight in our International Buffet with a wide array of international cuisine’s to please the most discerning palate. Try our selections from different countries all in one buffet
Lobby Lounge - Chocomotion
A variety of chocolate delicacies feature in our Lobby during November, choose from the daily creations of our Executive Pastry Chef
Manhattan Grill & Bar - Pasta Pronto and Wine Galore
This month we go mad with Fresh Pasta's, Chef offers a multidue of selections never before seen in the Manahattan ALL fresh ALL homemade ALL yummy
Included with each selection is a Glass of Wine from Italy. Choose from Michele Chiarlo Gavi – White or Michele Chiarlo Barbera D'Asti - Red

Thanksgiving Day at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Celebrate the bountiful harvest and give the thanks for this year's Blessings at Silk Road Trattoria of The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing on 27 Nov 2003. Enjoy the buffet dinner with true American tradition such as Roast Turkey, Corn Bread and yummy Pumpkin Pie. Sounds just like home!Rmb 195 net per person for adults, Rmb100 net for children between 3 Years to 12 years, FREE for kids below 3 years old. For reservations, please call (8610)65905566 ext. 2117.

Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing
Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet
December 24, 2003, 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
RMB198* per adult; RMB99* per child (3-10 years old)
Inclusive of one (1) glass of local soft drink or beer
Enjoy the holiday revelry with your loved ones while relishing the delectable spread of festive dishes.
* Prices subject to 15% service charge
For reservations, please call Tel. 6436 2288 Ext. 2617.

"Thanksgiving Day Dinner Buffet - One for Three"
27th November 2003, A time to rejoice with the whole family, our Cafe restaurant presents the ideal venue for you to celebrate this year's Thanksgiving dinner with traditional roasted turkey carved at the action station. One complimentary dinner will be provided when dining for three persons. Info & Booking @ (8610)6500 2233 ext. 8040

Dom Perignon Guest Chef
Aria is proud to introduce Michelin Three-Star Chef Bernard Dance who will be presenting some of the best French cuisine to the Beijing gastronomy scene from November 27 to 30. Chef Dance will display his exceptional culinary skills in pairing the delightful champagnes from the House of Moet & Chandon with dishes to bring out the best of its aroma and flavor.
Tel: (8610) 65052266 ext 36

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Handel's MESSIAH, Saturday December 6
Forbidden City Concert Hall, 7:30pm (rmb 60-380)
Get into the holiday spirit by coming to hear the renowned International Festival Chorus perform this choral favourite. Andrew Nethsingha (Artistic Director of Gloucester Three Choirs Festival, England) guest conducts this international group who are establishing themselves as foremost interpreters of large-scale classical choral works in China. This concert is generously sponsored by GTJA Allianz Funds. For more information call 6559-8285 or email info@beijingifc.org

A Grimm Tale - Theatre performance for children and adults
Mad City presents an afternoon of story telling with the Brothers Grimm and their famous cast of fairy-tale characters. 4 well-known fairy tales revolve around a central plot based loosely on the historical characters of Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm and their experiences of working on Children and Household Tales.
The play will be performed at the Western Academy of Beijing on Satureday December 6th and Sunday December 7th. There will be two daily performances att 11 am and 2 pm. Ticket price is 50 RMB. For more information call 1300 128 2746 or email madcitychina@yahoo.com

Piano Recital performed by International School Students and Expatriats in Beijing.
Where: Ballroom, 2nd floor of the Landmark Hotel.
When: Dec. 13(Saturday), 7:45pm. Admission: free!
For more info., email to: jackli999@yahoo.com

Argentina Pantomime "Ms Tango"
Tianqiao Theater 63170465, Nov 27 -30

Movie: Pirates of the Caribbean
Nov 22-28
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

Nov. 28th - Elektrobeat presents the last BAMBOO tribal house party of 2003 with Dr Kucho (Spain), Hess (Aust) and Elektrobeat DJs Slab & Usami. The first 200 people receive a free Bamboo DJ mix recorded live at Zouk Club Singapore. Party starts 10pm at The CLUB:88, off Nth Bar St. Sanlitun. Call 13501367038 or 13001135089 for more info.

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Monday, November 24, 2003
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International Newcomers' Network (INN)
Monday, 24 November, 10:00 am to 12 noon, "Celebrating the Holidays in Beijing", Capital Mansions Athletic Club, 3rd Floor. 30 RMB includes coffee/tea and snacks. Join us for special holiday snacks, informal chat and coffee. Find out where to buy specialty foods and decorations for the holidays and get unique gift ideas. Free holiday photo. Afterwards our "lunch bunch" heads off for more chat at a local restaurant. INN meets the last Monday of each month except for December. All expats welcome, especially those who have just arrived in Beijing. The January 26 topic will be "Exercise Your Options Indoors". Info:pennyburke7@hotmail.com

English Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur Vs Aston Villa (LIVE!)
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Tuesday, November 25, 2003
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Beijing Opera: Tu Lan Duo
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 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, November 26, 2003
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YPHH Wine Tasting at Centro, 6:30-8:30pm
Taste wines from the 5 continents at The Kerry Centre Hotel's latest bar Centro. From 6:30-8:30pm YPHH invites you to join, RMB 100 snacks included. More info and reservations via www.yphh.com

UEFA Champions League - Internazionale Vs Arsenal (LIVE!)
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule

Enjoy an unplugged evening with Songwriter-Performer
Jessica Meider at CD Jazz Cafe on the 26th November, 9-10pm, Ticket 30RMB, more info: jbmeider@yahoo.com

Dance Drama: Live in the Royal Garden
Poly Theater 65001188-5126

Thursday, November 27, 2003
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Anti-AIDS Concert - Live in Sunshine
Capital Stadium 68335552

Argentina Pantomime "Ms Tango"
Tianqiao Theater 63170465, 7:30 PM

Ear to the Ground: 7 Chinese rock bands include Weebles, Seven Band, 1989, Tang Dynasty, Black Panther, May Day and White Angel
Yan Club 85473506, 9 PM

Friday, November 28, 2003
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Band "Cold Blooded Animal" Performs
Loup Chante 62767355, 10 PM

Swing Night @ Euphoria
20RMB with buffet meal and free Sangria. Free Swing Lesson at 9pm on Friday. The only Swing Club in town! Euphoria is near the Lido Hotel, right past Xiao Yun Qiao, take the first right and its only a hundred meters up the road. 64343761/2 http://www.timgao.com

DJ Chozie from the UK
The Loft 65017501, 9 PM

Movie: Gua(1) Sha(1)
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Elektrobeat presents the last BAMBOO tribal house party of 2003 with Dr Kucho (Spain), Hess (Aust) and Elektrobeat DJs Slab & Usami. The first 200 people receive a free Bamboo DJ mix recorded live at Zouk Club Singapore. Party starts 10pm at The CLUB:88, off Nth Bar St. Sanlitun. Call 135 0136 7038 or 1300 1135 089 for more info.

M-Live House
Wuming Gaodi Bar, For more information, email mlivehouse@modernsky.com

Fetish Revolution
Vibes 64378082, 10 PM

Johannes Brahms & Mozart's
Poly Theatre 65001188 - 5126, 7:30 PM

Chamber Concert
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

Saturday , November 29, 2003
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Afro-Caribbean Beat Night
Catch your favourite DJs Albert and 'C' along with guest DJ Elly, playing the groove from the South Seas. Free. Club Points 62325439, 9 PM

Two Degrees of JoYa presents a Charity Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction and Cabaret at the Loft, the money will provide schooling for the blind in underpriveleged areas.
The Loft 65017501, 8 PM

Beautiful Pharmacy Live Performs
Loup Chante 62767355, 9 PM

Movie: Gua(1) Sha(1)
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Workshop: The Art of Tea
Venue: Jiazu Teahouse, southwest bank of Houhai Lake.
More info: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org or 84622081

Erhu Concert
San Wei Bookstore 66013204, 8:30 PM

Sunday , November 30, 2003
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Sun 21:55 English Premier League - Arsenal Vs Fulham (LIVE!)
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Show & talk: Chinese Folk Music and instruments
For reservation pls email to: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org or 84622081

Solo Violin Concert by Lu Siqing
Poly Theatre 65001188 - 5126, 7:30 PM

The groovest local band - Sun.Jam plays fat funky beats
Cloud Nine Dec 5, 64178318 or junjambj@yahoo.com

Tuesday, December 23 - YPHH-IT Tech Networking Night at Schiller's 2, 6:30-9:30pm
YPHH introduces YPHH-IT: a monthly event especially for all in the IT-industry. RMB 50 includes a beer on entry and snacks provided by Schiller's 2. Please visit www.yphh.com for more info.

Brazil State Dance and Song Troupe: Mid-night Bash
Beizhan Theater 68351383, Dec 5

Pantomime: Wild Zebra
Beizhan Theater 68351383, Dec 24 - 26

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