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Issue 3.125| December 29, 2003
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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.

 
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Flying for RMB6670
Lufthansa offers a web special fare of RMB6670 for travel commencing between 24th December, 2003 and 21st January, 2004 on its daily flights from Beijing to Europe. For further information, please check our website www.lufthansa-greaterchina.com and book online.

United Early Bird Bonus.
Fly early in 2004 and load up your Mileage Plus account. Earn triple miles: Fly 10,000 paid, qualifying miles between January 1 and January 31, 2004. You'll then earn triple bonus miles on future, paid, qualifying flights through March 31, 2004. Or earn double miles: Fly 10,000 paid, qualifying miles between January 1 and February 29, 2004. You'll then earn double bonus miles on future, paid, qualifying flights through March 31, 2004. Or earn 5,000 bonus miles: Fly 10,000 paid, qualifying miles between January 1 and March 31, 2004, and you’ll receive 5,000 bonus miles. To register, visit united.com/offer/mpw004 today. And start multiplying your miles tomorrow. Terms and conditions apply.

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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. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or www.turkishairlinechina.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 64651867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 32220022 or click here

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Hotel
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Wangfujing Grand Hotel Takes On A Whole New Look
After a thorough six-month RMB40 million renovation,the newly refurbished Wangfujing Grand Hotel reopens its door welcoming its valued guests. RMB498 net for Superior Room effective 20 December, 2003 to 10 January, 2004. Direct booking with hotel Reservations at 86-10-6522 1188 ext.6009 or fax to 86-10-6522 3849, or email to sales@wangfujinggrandhotel.com

Satisfy your Senses... with a Spa Getaway at Sheraton Sanya Resort!
The perfect getaway in a Resort that has it all... all here, at Sheraton Sanya Resort. The experience starts with a pick up from Sanya Phoenix Airport At the Resort a spacious room with all the comforts awaits your pleasure. Start the day right with a daily buffet breakfast at our open air Lotus Cafe restaurant. Then... a bit of thrill on the jet ski to exhilarate the body followed by a relaxing spa experience to unwind.Call Now! Tel: Call 800-810-3088 direct or hotel reservation 86-898-8855 8236 for full package details please click here.

Executive Winter Package RMB750 net
*One night stay in an executive superior room/One Executive Breakfast in Cathay Lounge *Bottomless Cup of coffee/tea/soft drinks from 10:30-23:00 *Free use of Swimming Pool and GYM/Pre-registration and guaranteed reservation(48 hours) *Complimentary fruit plate /Free pressing one piece of Suit per room *No Service Charge for incoming fax and extend check-out time till 16:00 hours For more details, please call (86 755) 8219 0033 or visit our website www.szlandmark.com

Plan your business trip to Jinan
Stay at Sofitel Club Floor for RMB799 nett. Sofitel Silver Plaza Jinan launches the new promotion: Only at RMB799 you can stay at a Deluxe Room on the Sofitel Club Floor and enjoy the exclusive benefits and privileges. Validity until 29 February, 2004. For information and reservation, please contact +86-531-606 8888 ext. 6110, 6111 or fax 86-531-606 9999 Email:rsvr@sofiteljinan.com

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. Make your reservations NOW! Please call Reservation Hotline (8610) 6436 1805 or visit website www.rosedalebj.com

Winter Indulgence at The St. Regis Shanghai
The St. Regis Shanghai presents Winter Indulgence package from 18th Dec. until 4th Jan and from 16th Jan to 31st Jan. 2004. The rate is from USD 125+ including daily breakfast up to two persons, complimentary garments pressing, daily fruits and newspapers and "wind down" reception. 889 Dong Fang Road, Shanghai TEL (8621) 5050 4567

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Relocations

Allied Pickfords Ltd., Allied International Moving Services
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International, domestic, local, office moves, relocation & orientation services, record storage management, pet service, storage. Please visit our international and local web sites at: www.alliedpickfords.com.cn email: renata.inokomis@alliedpickfords.com.cn (Beijing) Tel: ( 86 10) 8561 8759/60 (Beijing)

 
Health and
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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. Address:Hat A 9E,Intel. Apartment Guo Zhan Garden, Xi Ba He Chao Yang District Beijing, P.R.C. Tel: (8610)64476063; (8610)64476800 Fax: (8610)64476801 E-mail: sy@cmg-sy.com Website: http://www.cmg-sy.com

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

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

 
Property and
Real Estate

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

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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Jobs

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Cruise Director, Victoria Cruises, Chongqing, Beijing, Shanghai
Seeking application from foreign passport holders for Cruise Director aboard 4, 5 - star American managed cruise ship on the Yangtze River. Initial 1 - 3 month trial employment period begins in Feb 2004 with opportunities for longer employment and advancement based on performance. Request: *Speak Chinese, English, German is a plus. *To be goal - orientated, customer friendly, organized. *Excellent interpersonal skills and spoken Mandarin required. Please fax resumes to (023) 63814474, e-mail us at victoria@public.cta.cq.cn, or make inquires through Lora Zhao at (023) 63772000.

Paul Hastings is seeking an experienced legal secretary:
* Chinese National * Excellent English language skills, Japanese an advantage * At least 2 years experience as legal secretary in foreign law firm in China * Experienced user of MS Office applications and document management system * Excellent Chinese and English typing skills essential * Ability to work under pressure, proactive, team player. Interested parties please send resume and application letter to amylui@paulhastings.com. We will respond to suitable candidates only. Compensation will commensurate with qualifications.

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.

My Name is Manoj. I am currently on a holiday in China. I am living in Shenyang. I am looking for a teaching position. I am happy to relocate to any town or city. Cell: 13042663489, mailto: adventurecomes@hotmail.com

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Classifieds

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Services

NICS Is Your Beijing Computer Support Partner!
NICS provides Secure E-mail, Website and Server hosting, Structured Cabling, Network Implementation and Support Solutions. NICS is an IT Labour Outsourcing and Project Management firm. For further details call, Shanghai (021) 6213-1709, Beijing (010) 6568-0876 or e-mail 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 Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

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Community
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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.

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

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.

Indoor football for adults!
ClubFootball invites players of all levels to their new indoor 5-a-side sessions at the Beijing Yew Chung International School and at the ISB. Various days and times available. Everyone welcome, from serious footballers to complete beginners. Call ClubFootball on 6417 0495 or mail play@wanguoqunxing.com for details.

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.

 
Biz Exhibitions and
Art Exhibits

China International Building Materials Exhibition
China International Exhibition Centre 8460 0000, Dec 26-29

Luo Brothers New Works
CourtYard Gallery Dec 14, 2003 - Feb 5, 2004, 65268882 or email courtart@cinet.com.cn

Woodcut Exhibitions
Qin Gallery 87790458, Dec 19-31

Calligraphy Works
Today Art Gallery 62217711 - 452, Dec 6-31

Traditional Chinese Painting
Qin Gallery 87790458, Dec 11-31

 
Dining
Out

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
Welcome the new year, Say good bye to passed years, The Monkey year will be coming soon, we challenge the traditional custom, help you to relieve from the tired Kitchen, enjoy the Spring Festival's Eve Dinner, family member reunion, stay in the Jade Garden of the State Guest Hotel. We have different kinds of Spring Festival Eve’s Set Menus and delicious dishes for you to enjoy. This for only RMB 88.00, RMB 128.00, RMB 158.00 per person, exclusive of 15% service charge. Booking Line: (8610) 6800 5588-8620

Endless Breakfast at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
The longest weekend breakfast in town is serving at Silk Road Trattoria of The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing. No need to wake up early in a relaxing weekend, every Saturday and Sunday from 6:30 to 15:00, enjoy the bountiful buffet featuring the best of Western, Chinese and Japanese specialties. Rmb 130 net per person, half price for children under 120cm high. For reservations, please call (8610) 65905566 ext. 2117.

Asean & Japanese Food Festival (Buffet) Jan 1 - 31,2004
1st Week - Malaysian Flavor: Nasi Lemak, Beef Curry, Ayam Paggang, Bakut Teh, etc.; 2nd Week - Indonesian Flavor: Gado Gado, Sup Ayam Lemak, Nasi Goreng, Otak Otak, etc.; 3rd Week - Singapore Flavor: Fried Kway Teow, Chicken Curry, Assorted Satay, Udang Sambal, etc.; 4th Week - Japanese Flavor: Udon Yaki, Assorted Sushi And Sashimi, Prawn And Vegetable Tempura, etc.; Venue: Four Seasons Restaurant (Lobby Level), Capital Hotel; Time: 11:30 - 14:00 (Lunch); 17:30 - 21:30 (Dinner). For reservations, please call (8610) 65129988 - 3557

An New Year's Appointment on Sunday @ 10:30 -15:00
For a musical experience not to be missed come join us on Sunday morning as you will be enchanted by the sounds of our orchestrated concert in the hotel's relaxing new year's atmosphere of our lobby bar. After a graceful entertainment, treat your family and friends for traditional Sunday Brunch in Justine's Restaurant at a special price. *50% discount will be offered for the consumption in lobby bar of the same day if you enjoy our Justine's Sunday Brunch. Info & booking: Tel: (8610) 65002233 Ext. 8039

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Theatre & Performaces

Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
Beizhan Theater January 1-2, 68354455

Chinese Movie: Jade Kwan-yin
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

 
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Weekly
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Monday, December 29, 2003
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Performance: The Four Seasons
Forbidden City Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

Ballet: Woman of the Red Army
Ploy Theater 65001188 - 5126, 7:30 PM

Tuesday, December 30, 2003
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New Year Celebration
Loup Chante 62767355 9 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, December 31, 2003
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New Year's Eve Latin Party
Pasha 65008088 9:00 PM

New Year's Eve Ball
International Big Band Ball at the Presidential Plaza State Guest Hotel 85806889, 7:30 PM

Party: World is Waiting For Us
Cloud Nine 64178317, 9:00 PM

New Year's Party
China Millenium Monument, 68513322, 8 PM

Vibrant New Year's with free drink
Vibes 64378082, 9 PM

Thursday, January 1, 2004
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New Year's Symphony Concert
Forbidden City Concert Hall 65598285, 7:30 PM

Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
Beizhan Theater 68354455, 7:30 PM

Rock Night for New Year
Get Lucky 64299109, 9 PM

Friday, January 2, 2004
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Musical Night: Tea-bop
San Wei Bookstore 66013204, 8:30 PM

Concert: Rock Me Amadeus
Forbidden City Concert Hall, 65598285 2 PM

Carpet Movie: Celluloid Carpet
With English subtitles call 8457 2772 Or Email carpetcinema@yahoo.com, 8 PM

Saturday , January 3, 2004
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Folk Music Concert
San Wei Bookstore 66013204, 8:30 PM

North Mountain Climbing
Call 65532288 for Detailed Info

Sunday , January 4, 2004
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Chillout with the local DJs
Cafe Sambal 64004875, 2 PM

Visit Performance from Russian State Dance Troupe
Poly Theater 65001188-5126, 7:30 PM

 
Upcoming
Events

Wednesday, January 7, YPHH Wine Tasting (2) at Centro, 6:30-8:30pm
YPHH returns to Centro with the successful Wine tasting! Again they have chosen wines from 5 different continents, this time all the same grape. Hot/cold snacks and canapes provided by Centro. Live entertainment by Donna Robbins and name card Lucky Draw. More info and reservations via www.yphh.com

Chinese Movie: My Facther And I
More info: 64615318/9, 8 PM (with English subtitles)
Or email: rex@cherrylanemovies.com.cn, Jan 9, 10

Canadian Ballet: Carmen
Beizhan Theater 68354455, Jan 9 - 10

Visit Performance from Russian State Dance Troupe
Poly Theater 65001188-5126, Jan 4 - 10

Ballet: Sleeping Beauty
Poly Theatre 65001188 - 5126, Jan 15 - 16

 
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