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Stay with Miss World At Sheraton Sanya Resort
Two day pacakge in Grand Deluxe Seaview Room
Stay December 5th and 6th: USD 2,888 including two class 'A' tickets to the Miss World Final and the Coronation Ball held at the Sheraton Sanya Resorts; USD 1,688 including one class 'A' tickets to the Miss World Final and the Coronation Ball at the Sheraton Sanya Resort.
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Good sources of books for English readers are:
The Cuckoo Bookshop in the basement of tower 2 of the China World Trade Centre (many books at just 18RMB). The Foreign Language Bookstore on Wangfujing Street (about half way along on the west side of the street). The Pass By Bar #108 South Luogu Alley (telephone 84038004). Donate three books to their library and you get a card entitling you to borrow one book at a time.
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The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• Yahoo buys Chinese software firm
• Chinese car sales 'heading for decline'
• China mobile subs overtake fixed line subs
• Palm Unveils China Strategy
• Ericsson Looks for Comeback on Road to China
• China To Pilot Key Tax Reforms Next Year

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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,- .
This voucher is valid for one year and can be used as a partial payment for your next trip on Austrian Airlines. The last possible purchase date for tickets under this promotion is the 31st March 2004. Restrictions apply! For further information and reservations please contact our Beijing office:
Tel.: 010-6462 2161
Fax.:010-6462 2166
E-Mail: office.beijing@aua.com

Kingdom Travel Beijing
Are you looking for a Xmas/New Year, or Chinese New Year holiday? Asia is a veritable heaven for holidaymakers. Check out our Malaysia, Thailand. Bali, Cebu, Vietnam package holidays for a truly Asian experience, or enjoy your holiday with our fascinating 5Days/4nights Tour Package to the glorious Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia, Special offer from RMB6580p.p. Whatever you're looking for, we promise you will find it right here with Kingdom Travel, contact our experienced bilingual travel consultants at:(8610) 6502 5588, fax (8610) 6530 2858, or email us at: kdtravel@163bj.com

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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
website: www.stateguesthotel.com
Stay and Play Packages RMB925
One Ticket | Twin Share Accommodation | Free Child Minding | Credit cards accepted
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 welcome you to Shuyuanhui SPA Center
Our palatial 5,000 square feet clubhouse is one of the finest ladies' clubs in Mainland China, we offer the world-class amenities and state-of-art facilities in the highest standard of luxury. The environment combines both traditional Chinese culture and French noble style with romantic, warmness and privacy. Our finest spa therapy and aromatherapy essential travel to the nerve center in the brain via nerve ends. Shuyuanhui SPA Center welcomes you to your own personal retreat... everything for skin... hair... body and soul.
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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;
Website: www.cyjj.com ; E-mail: info@cyjj.com

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.
Right now, people who purchase Blue Castle International Apartment in US or Hongkong dollars will be entitled to a 70% mortgage for 30 years from HSBC.
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 December'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!
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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.

A local Beijing company sinohotel.com looking for part-time English teacher to train staff in December. Courses will include business English conversation, frequent used hotel English vocabulary, business English correspondence and background knowledge on western hotels. We are looking for teachers who are working in Beijing now and prefer teachers from USA, Canada or UK. Salary will be around RMB80-100 yuan per hour, students are around 5-8 person. Interested applicants please send resume to sinohotel@hotmail.com. Thanks.

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 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.

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_chen1@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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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.

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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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.

"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

Seeking earthquake fund raiser for the Bailie School & Liuzhuang Primary School in Shandan which will take place at the Hilton Hotel on 7th december 2003 at 6.30pm. The tickets are RMB260 each & the evening includes a buffet dinner & musical concert with the premiere of the Biber Baroque Ensemble. Tickets available via Avenal McKinnon Ph (8610)6532 2554 or Pauline Adams ph (8610)6532 5868

Following on from the popular outdoor Spring and Autumn programmes, ClubFootball and the ISB are pleased to announce the launch of the new Winter 2003/2004 ISB Soccer Academy programme. The courses are to be held from January 9th through to March at the ISB's excellent indoor facilities. Any parents interested in signing up for free trial training sessions on Saturday 6th and Thursday 11th December should contact ClubFootball on play@wanguoqunxing.com or call 6417 0495.

Managed by the ISB, the course curriculum and coaching has been designed and delivered by ClubFootball's English FA-qualified coaches. The courses are open to both ISB and non-ISB students from Kindergarten level to age 12 year groups. The number of students has been limited to 12 per coach, with timetables' arranged to suit all needs. See www.wanguoqunxing.com for further details.

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 17th international exhibition on plastics &Rubber industries, Dec 4 - 7
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

Ninety-nine join in
Beijing Tokyo Art Projects 84573245 until Dec 29, closed on Monday

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Tel: (8610)6800 5588 Fax: (8610)6800 3308
website: www.stateguesthotel.com
On 24th, December 2003
Christmas in Hollywood - Grand Ballroom
Join the stars of Hollywood and enjoy the fun packed event
You will find yourself spoiled in the glamorous surrounds of our Grand Ballroom with theme of Hollywood. The professional musicians, performers, come to enjoy our sumptuous Seafood buffet and grab the chance to win the fabulous lucky draw.
Prices: RMB 1188 \1088\ 888 per adult
Winter Christmas in Garden - Four Seasons Garden
An extravagant and fun night awaits you with a time-honored evening of cultivated dining in a Christmas Garden atmosphere. With an international buffet, free flow beers wines and soft drinks, magnificent Lucky Draw prizes coupled with wonderful entertainment.
Prices: RMB 888 /688 per adult

Hot Pot at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Come for your winter favorite at 21st Floor Restaurant of The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing. The delicious Hot Pot is offering Black Chicken Soup, Spring Pigeon Soup, Clear soup or Red (spicy) Soup to suit your own taste. Over 40 dishes of seafood, meat, mushrooms and vegetables are for you to choose from while you overlooking the panoramic view of Beijing. For reservations, please call (8610)6590 5566 ext. 2295.

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.

Baron'arques 2000, A French Wine Exclusively for Justine's
After 21 years renowned as one of the premier Western fine dining venues in Beijing, Justine's is proud to present you with our personally labeled and numbered bottles of Baron'arques "Clocher de Saint Polycarpe" from the Languedoc region produced by Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Vignerons du Sieur d'Arques wineries. The dinning pleasure for you to savor the rich flavors of wine and gold label Kobe Beer, considered to be the finest in the world. For booking or more details, please call (8610) 65002233 ext. 8039. The Place to Be in Beijing!

Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
A toast to the Christmas Holidays!
Mug with alcoholic cocktail "Pine Tree" RMB68+15%; Mug with non-alcoholic cocktail "Cypress Cypress" RMB48+15%; Mug only RMB45 net
Selling in all Restaurants & Bars managed by the hotel.
Children's Christmas Party
The Patio Coffee Shop & Lobby, 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Adults: RMB138+15% surcharge; Children: RMB88+15% surcharge (4-12 years old); Children: RMB40 net (3 years of age and under)
Please call and reserve the seats to join the Gingerbread House Competition
Tel: (8610)64376688 Ext. 1971

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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 (8610)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

Movie: The Italian Job
Nov 29-Dec 5
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

Zouk Singarpore Asian Tour
Saturday Dec 6, Zouk Music presents Rhythem 1 CD tour with DJ ALDRIN. Elektrobeat DJs Slab & Usami, and DJ Mark, Zouk has been rated as the best club in Asia by The Face & DJ Mag Party starts 10pm at The CLUB:88, off Nth Bar St. Sanlitun Call 135 0136 7038 or 1300 1135 089 for more info ALSO http://www.zoukclub.com.sg/

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Monday, December 1, 2003
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ClubFootball Center
Mon 00:00 English Premier League - Chelsea Vs Manchester United (LIVE!)
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

Beijing Opera: Tu Lan Duo
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 7 PM

Silent Dawn
People's Art Theater 6525-0123, 7:30 PM

Tuesday, December 2, 2003
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Short Play Series
Chaoyang Theater 65071818

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.

Chill tracks to cool you off
Cloud Nine 64178317, 9 PM

Wednesday, December 3, 2003
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Beijing Opera: Tu Lan Duo
Chang'an Theater 65101310, 7 PM

Books, Coffee and Soft Music
At Cafe 13910819481, 8 PM

Thursday, December 4, 2003
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A combination of bar/restaurant and Internet cafe, a good choice for a relaxed night
On/off Bar 64158083, 9 PM

Acrobatics Performance
Universal Theatre 64169893, 9 PM

Respiro (2002, Grazia's Island)
Pasquale and his youngsters spend their time hunting birds with a slingshot in the arid, dusty countryside around Lampedusa, a Sicilian island. ....
Italian Embassy Cultural Office 2 Sanlitun Dong Er Jie ' 6532.2187 italcult@public.bta.net.cn www.italcultbeijing.org Italian Embassy

Friday, December 5, 2003
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The groovest local band - Sun.Jam plays fat funky beats
Cloud Nine Dec 5, 64178318 or junjambj@yahoo.com

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

Movie: Warriors Of Heaven And Earth
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Chamber Concert
Zhongshan Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

Rock Bands Perform
Wuming Gaodi Bar, For more information, email mlivehouse@modernsky.com

Live Band Performance: Miserable Faith (Tongku de Xinyang)
Get Lucky 64299109, 9:30 PM

Saturday , December 6, 2003
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Skiing Match
Capital Stadium 68335552, 1:30 PM

Brazil State Dance and Song Troupe: Mid-night Bash
Beizhan Theater 68351383, 7:30 PM

Movie: Warriors Of Heaven And Earth
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Balance of Yin and Yang (in Chinese food and Vegetables)
More info: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org or 84622081

Erhu Concert
San Wei Bookstore 66013204, 8:30 PM

Musical Play: Biscuits Man
People's Art Experimental Theater 65263388, 8 PM

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. The play will be performed at the Western Academy of Beijing on Satureday December 6th and Sunday December 7th. For more information call 1300 128 2746 or email madcitychina@yahoo.com

Sunday , December 7, 2003
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Skiing Match
Capital Stadium 68335552, 11:30 AM

ClubFootball Center
Sun 21:55 English Premier League - Everton Vs Manchester City (L)
Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn for location and full week's schedule.

The 1st International Kongfu Contest
Workers' Stadium 65016655

Visit and talk: Folk arts and artists along the Yellow River
For reservation pls email to: beijing@chinesecultureclub.org or 84622081

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.

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

Ballet: Sleeping Beauty
Poly Theater 65001188-5126, Jan 12 - 14

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. The play will be performed at the Western Academy of Beijing on Satureday December 6th and Sunday December 7th. For more information call 1300 128 2746 or email madcitychina@yahoo.com

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