Rutgers International Executive MBA Program
Award-Winning Research, Cutting-Edge Curriculum and Envelope-Pushing Case Studies Brought To You By Rutgers EMBA Program in Beijing. 14-month Program Starts in September 2004. All Professors, Classes and Course Materials Same as in Rutgers U.S. EMBA Programs. Beijing Info Sessions: March 17TH & April 12TH. To learn more about joining Rutgers' 11th intake in China, call 010-8526-2528 or visit www.rutgers.cn

The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• Ancient Chinese Settlement Goes On Display
• Lord Of The Ring Is A Pro-war, Anti-China Movie
• China Drives Australian Commodities Boom
• Wang Nang Powers China Into Final
• Haier Buys Out Entire Stake In Indian Unit

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Online Special Offer
Lufthansa offers a web special fare of RMB7300 for travel commencing between 30th March and 30th April, 2004 on its newly introduced flights from Beijing to Munich. For further information, please check our website www.lufthansa-greaterchina.com and book online.

Hawaii, Hawaii, Hawaii, United makes my dream come true!
March 1-31, 2004. Round trip air tickets + 4-day/3-night hotel accommodation with breakfasts + airport transfers, all for RMB6300 per person only. Seats are limited and conditions apply. Prices do not include taxes. Travel must complete by March 31, 2004. Minimum 2 persons for the trip and will share 1 room. For reservations and information please call United Airlines at (010) 6463-1111.

When flying, the best price is from now on red.
Take Austrian Airlines from Beijing to any destination in our Western and Eastern European network (via Vienna) and enjoy Austrian Best Price: Early Bird Business Class RMB 24.180, receive a travel voucher with value of RMB 4.800; Business Class Spring Special RMB 20.500;
Economy Class Spring Special RMB 7.200. This offer is valid on all Austrian Airlines flights departing from Beijing until March 31, 2004 (Conditions apply). For further information and reservations, please call our Austrian Airlines office at (010) 6462 2161 or contact us via e-mail at office.beijing@aua.com

Philippine Airlines add new route to Las Vegas USA
Effective 16March 2004. Frequency is Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: Manila to Las Vegas PR106 departure time 1640h and arrival 1640h. Las Vegas to Manila PR107 departure time1810h and 0450h. Visit Las Vegas via Philippine Airlines. Please call 021-62798765 or fax to 021-52798762

Kingdom Travel Beijing
Ready to do a little traveling? Whether it's a business travel, family vacation, or even a weekend escape, Just tell us when and where you want to travel and leave all the works to us! Whatever you're looking for, we promise you'll find it right here with Kingdom Travel! So what are you waiting for? Contact our professional, experienced, bilingual travel consultants at (8610)6502 5588, Fax (8610)6530 2858 or kdtravel@163bj.com

China Merchants Travel Service
*Beijing - Singapore Round Trip: RMB3100.00; *Beijing - HongKong Round Trip: RMB2200.00 *Beijing - West coast Round Trip: RMB3700.00; *Beijing - Bangkok Round Trip: RMB3600.00; *Beijing - Europe Round Trip: RMB6500.00. We offer excellent service for tour, accommodation, tickets, and visa consulting too. TEL: (8610) 86713792/86713793; E-mail: cntravel@public3.bta.net.cn

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Presidential Plaza Special Rate
Standard room only RMB700 net, Valid till May 31, 2004, free use of GYM and Swimming Pool. Just add RMB200 upgrade to Executive Floor: Early check-in form 8am and late check-out till 4pm free of charge (subject to availability); Boardroom rental one hour free of charge per day; All day serve coffee, tea, soft drinks and fresh fruits free of charge, complimentary cocktail hour from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. For reservations, please call (8610) 68005588

Take a Well Earned 'Spring Break" at Sheraton Sanya Resort!"
For only USD156 per night. The perfect family getaway at a Resort that has it all...a quick but memorable Spring Break to relax and unwind before school starts again. Imagine three nights in luxurious oversized accommodations, beginning each day with a divine buffet breakfast where everything you can imagine is on offer, and more. No cooking, no cleaning, just relaxing and the great outdoors with fresh clean air, lush landscapes and white sandy beaches. Plus something extra for the Kids to enjoy - be it a full activity day at our Kid's Club or a 3 hour pitstop at our Games Center! All of this will start and finish with luxurious transfers from and to the airport of course! Upon reservation, please ask for Rate Plan: SPBRK. For Reservations: Phone (86) (898) 8855 8236 or 8855 8118 Or Email:peggy.ma@sheraton.com Visit us at: www.sheraton.com/sanya For Full Package details please click here.

Executive Spring Package
Valid from March 1-April 30, 2004. RMB799 net. Inclusions: One night accommodation in an Executive Superior Room | Complimentary Executive Breakfast in Cathay Lounge | Free cup of coffee/Tea/Soft Drinks from 10:30-23:00 | Free use of Internet Service in Room | Free use of swimming pool and GYM | Pre-registration | Complimentary Fruit Plate | Guaranteed Reservation (48 hours) | Free Pressing (One piece of Suit per room) | Daily Newspaper (Chinese or English) | No Service Charge for Incoming Fax | Extend Check-out time till 4:00pm (Subject to availability). For reservations, please contact (86 755) 8219 0033 or visit our website www.szlandmark.com.cn

Best Value Room Package
Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing offers the "Best Value Room Package" with discounted room rates and deluxe amenities valid from March 16 to August 31, 2004. Starting from only USD75+15%svc for an overnight stay in a Standard Room, guests can enjoy various VIP benefits. Make your reservations NOW! Please call Reservation Hotline (86-10) 64361805 or 64362288 ext. 2800, or visit website www.rosedalebj.com

Weekend Package at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
From 1 Mar 2003 to 31 Dec 2004, The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing offers special weekend package at USD 110 for Superior Single Room and USD 130 for Superior Double Room. A FREE upgrade to Deluxe Room will be extended. Room rate is subject to 15% service charge, Breakfast is inclusive. Rate Code for reservation is WKDPRO1. Valid for nights of Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing is the first 5-Star international hotel in China.Tel: 8610-65905566.

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The British School of Beijing Opening This Month
A presentation Evening is being held on Wednesday 3rd March 6:30pm at the school premises. The British School of Beijing opens its doors to Nursery and Pre-Nursery children on 29th March. BSB will be the first British school in Beijing and will offer a comprehensive curriculum from Foundation Stage (aged 3 years) to the full primary age range up to 11 years as recognized by the British government plus pre-Nursery provision for aged 2 and upwards .The school will be fully staffed by British trained and experienced teachers, and groups will range from 15 to 20 pupils per class, depending on the age group. The work of class teachers will also be augmented by native speaking Teacher Assistants. Attendance for the presentation is welcome by telephoning Sierra Tan on +8610-8532-3088 or E-mail info@britishschool.org.cn website www.britishschool.org.cn

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

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

Space-Montage Water Diving Club
Space-Montage Water Diving Club is a newly opened contemporary sport club in Xiaoxitian area within minutes driving from north 2nd ring road. This luxurious club occupies 4,000 sq.m which combines the only real water diving pool ( 7 meter depth ) in Beijing. Club members will be conducted by professional coach who is qualified of PADI and CMAS. The club is also fully equipped with indoor swimming pool, sauna, billiard, gym center,free internet surf... For enquiry on membership, please dial 010-62212123 or email: smdivingclub@sohu.com; for more pictures and information, please click here.

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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Programme Manager Wanted For The FCO Global Opportunities Fund
The British Embassy Beijing is looking for a locally-engaged Programme Manager (Chinese or expatriate) for the FCO Global Opportunities Fund to devise a strategy for developing the Programme in China and to administer individual economic and social governance projects in the current portfolio. *The jobholder would be responsible for: Co-ordination of the China programme, including reporting and communications strategy at Post, training issues, and liaison with the GOF Board in London | Developing a strategy for the Programme's development in Financial Year 2005-6; seeking out new project bids in consultation with other stakeholders | Day-to-day administration of existing economic and social governance projects within the overall programme. This includes liaision with implementing organisations on project objectives and progress as well as handling payments issues and reporting. *Requirements: Excellent spoken and written English | Project management experience | Computer literacy. *Desirable Skills and Qualifications: Ability to speak and read Chinese | Experience of governance issues | Experience of working with Chinese government and civil society organisations. Contract will be for 2 years (ending 31 March 2006). Deadline for receipt of applications is 12 March 2004. Further information about this position can be obtained from The Personnel Officer, The British Embassy, 11 Guanghua Lu, Beijing 100600. Fax: (8610) 6532 7989. E-mail: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

Club Manager Wanted
Beijing "South Beauty" Food & Beverage Co,. Ltd is a high profile successful restaurant group, which currently managed 12 brunches under it names in China. We are looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Club Manager for our new member's club located in Beijing China. *Perspective candidate should process the following qualities: Male or female; Single status; European or North American Nationality; Fluent in English & understanding of Mandarin is a plus. *Experience: Have a strong background working experience in bar, fine dinning, & high class club operation; All round hand-on person and a creative operator; Good trainer to develop local staff; Strong people skill & good communication skill; Good business acumen, and can working under high presure atmosphere; Team player. Please send your resume, reference, photo and salary expectation to Ms Cao at qjn@qiaojiangnan.com or visit our Web site at www.qiaojiangnan.com

JoJo English Academy-Full-time English Teacher
1. Qualifications: 1) Must be Native English Speaker; from U.S. or Canada preferred without location accent 2) Preschool / kindergarten teaching experience required; international school experience a plus. 3) Must have been living in China already, and ready for interview immediately 2. Responsibility: 1) Full time class Teaching, including 2-4 years old in the morning and 2-6 year old in the afternoon 2) Curriculum planning and implementing 3) Some Administration duties 3. Starting time: immediately 4. Salary and benefits: competitive salary plus health insurance, paid vacations, free lunch, flight ticket, etc. Please send email to jojotv2@vip.sina.com 13910380457 Victoria

Seeking Artist/Graphic Designer
Hilton Beijing is looking for an artist/graphic designer for its Public Relations Department with the following profile: *2-3 years experience in the graphic design field; *creative within pre-set guidelines; *understanding of corporate identity concepts; *intermediate level of English, able to communicate clearly; *flexible in his schedule to comply with deadlines; *team worker; *technical knowledge of Apple G5 and graphic design related applications; *some knowledge of advertising concepts would be an advantage. If you have the spirit to make it happen at Hilton Beijing and produce high quality designs for our advertisements and collaterals, please send your application via e-mail to Ms Kjersty He, Recruitment Manager, tel: 010 6468 6699, ext 3020, or e-mail to kjersty.he@hilton.com.

The Boland School TEFL Training Center internationally-recognised TEFL training courses near Shanghai. Courses running monthly, work-study and internship options. Job guarantee. Details: http://www.boland-china.com

Vacancy For Executive Secretary
Renowned international five-star hotel in Beijing looking for an Executive Secretary to the General Manager. Successful candidate(s) must possess:1. 3-5 years experience in similar capacity with pleasant personality. 2. Ability to work independantly. 3. Excellent spoken and written communication skills in both English and Mandarin. 4. Hotel experience preferred. Expatriates are welcome to apply. We offer attractive remuneration and benefits package. Please kindly forward your application to: jltop2000@hotmail.com

Operations Director and Bookkeeper Wanted
Surmang Foundation Since 1988, has worked with to expand education for children, promote economic opportunity, improve health and support traditional culture. Partnered with Qinghai Province and Yushu governments, last year its clinic provided free medicine and treatment to over 4000 of China's poorest - ethnic Tibetans in Qinghai Province. *Operations Director: a paid Volunteer position open to both expats and local candidates. Ops Director should have NGO or similar project management experience, be fluent in Mandarin Chinese with native-level literacy, and be computer literate in both English and Chinese. *Bookkeeper: Should be an expat to volunteer one day a week as a bookkeeper. The job would entail setting up records and accounts with Quickbooks, recording and disbursing funds. Send cover letter and CV to info@surmang.org. Surmang Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

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 for info.

Australian CPA accountant/lawyer,10+yrs with multinatls. in Aust.& UK/Europe, finance mgr of large projects, now doing Beijing project, functional Chinese, seeks financial mgt project opports. in commerce/development sectors; 13522164592, ctnortham@hotmail.com

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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

Post Modern City. Rental: USD 400 - 450. Description: Brand New Property. | 1 living room, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, 56 gross square meters. | Facing west, good view to CBD and Sihui Bridge. | Two units available, 18th floor and 20th floor (top floor). Location: Chaoyang district, 3 kilometers southeast to Motorola Tower and World Trade Center. Facilities including laundry, mini-mart, restaurant and bars under construction and will be open soon. Contact Hao Gang 13801257721

Blue Castle brand new apartment for leasing
41 sqr 1 brd, 5 minutes to Da Wang Lu subway. Very close to Guo Mao. Managed by China World Property & Hotel Management Co., Ltd. Luxurious deco, Satellite TV, Phone, Fully furnished plus all electronic appliances. Central air conditioning, 24 hrs hot water, burglar-proof door RMB4,500 / month. Price negotiable for annual payment. Contact Ms Guan 13051085991 or mail to shuqianer@vip.sina.com. For more information, please click here.

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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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

Wednesday, March 10, YPHH Wine Tasting (3) at Centro, 6:30-8:30pm
This month YPHH offers you Shiraz wine from 5 different continents. Centro provides complimentary canapes and Laverne Butler will perform live. RMB 100 per person only. To ensure there is enough food for everybody it is advised to make a reservation via www.yphh.com

Thursday, Thu. Mar. 11, 6:30pm - La Nuit Francaise at Le Cabernet
All French(-speaking) people are invited to join the monthly La Nuit Française at Le Cabernet. RMB 150 includes all-u-can-eat canape buffet and 3 glasses of wine. Can u guess the weight of the basket and Lucky Draw to win 4 nights at Sofitel Shanghai!!!

When in Rome!
Do as the Romans or...learn more about what the book of Romans has to say about our lives today. Beijing International Christian Fellowship (BICF) is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders. People from 60+ countries come together each Sunday morning at 9 and 11 am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information about BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org or call us at (8610) 8454 3468.

Events From Beijing United Family Hospital & Clinics
*Community Blood Drive - Date: Friday, March 12, 11am-2pm. Location: The Yurt at Beijing United Family Hospital & Clinics. A little time, a pint of blood and a BIG effect! Come out to support your community! The Blood Bank at BJU for all emergency situations, for all blood groups. Meets all American Blood Bank accreditation standards. *The International Child: benefits and issues for multi-cultural children - Date: Wednesday, March 17, 2004 6 pm - 8 pm. Location: The Capital Club - 50th floor Capital Mansion, 6 XinYuanNan Road, Chaoyang District. Language: English. Admission: Capital Club and BJU card holders RMB 50 -Non-members RMB 80. Refreshments and light snacks will be served. This special seminar is to help parents maximize the numerous possibilities while raising happy and healthy multi-cultural children in China. Dr. Rob Blinn and Dr. Caroline Simmons, both US clinical psychologists will share their years of experience working with multicultural families in this era of globalization and increasingly diverse family settings. Please RSVP to (8610) 6433 3962 ext. 389 or e-mail to Gina Gu gu.gang@ufh.com.cn

Special Olympics China Needs You
Support the activities of the Olympians in China. We are seeking many donated goods and here is a sampling of our Value-In-Kind “Wish List”: Color printers and printer cartridges, fax machine, laptop computers, Network SNAP drive, TVs/DVDs/scanner, mobile phones & PDAs, Digital cameras, Video editing software for PCs, USB memory keys (64 MB or larger), LCD projectors, Internet access/tech support in local programs, Discounted hotel accommodations & facilities for special events, Donated van/bus transportation and airline tickets, Use of sports facilities for athletic training and competition, Donated sports equipment, Donated printing services, awards, medals and ribbons, Donated office supplies, Donated/discounted shipping services. Check out our website www.specialolympics.org.cn to learn more about Special Olympics and how you can make a difference!

Annual Tenbridge Charity Ball
Hilton Hotel, Y550, 7pm. Choose carefully as this year's theme is 'Heaven and Hell'. All proceeds going Operation Blessing's Educational Projects. For more information call (8610) 8580 1755 or email info@tenbridge.com

Join us!
Beijing Devils Rugby Union Club for players and social members. Full contact Rugby for men and women. We play and train at the International School of Beijing, Shunyi. Our social activities are centered at THE DEN bar near Sanlitun Bar Jie. For more details contact beijing_rugby@yahoo.com or visit us at our website on www.beijingdevils.com

Are you looking for a Reformed fellowship in Beijing? Drop us a line at reformed_beijing@yahoo.com

FESCO Free Seminar Tai Chi Journey
FESCO classroom, 2-4pm. Topics: music for calming, calming with meditation, what does "Tai Chi" mean, why Taiji is good for health? History, Tu Na, Yin Yang Theory in Tai Chi forms, Shao lin Forms, and more. Make a reservation in advance by calling 8561-6180 or e-mail zhao.xu.kun@fesco.com.cn

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.

CourtYard Artists' Self-Portraits
The CourtYard Gallery Feb 22-Apr 15, 2004, 010-65268882

Wim Wenders' Photo Exhibition
China Millennium Monument Art Museum Feb 20-Mar 21, 2004, 010-68513322

Han Weihua's Oil Painting Exhibition
Tuoxie Didai New Art Production Workhouse Mar 1-20, 2004, 010-64382588

SHE Group Show
China Art Seasons Mar 1-20, 2004, 010-64311900

Works by Chen Wenbo and Liu Ding
LA Gallery Beijing, Mar 6-Apr 6, 2004, 010-65265045.

Academic Artists' Works Show
Soka Art Gallery Mar 1-26, 2004, 010-64065477

Beijing International Merchandised Building Expo
China International Exhibition Center Mar 7-10, 2004, 010-88375092

Beijing Springtime Branding Real Estate Fair
China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall Mar 10-13, 2004, 010-65056506

Armory Show '04
Courtyard Gallery Mar 12-15, 2004, 010-65268882

St Regis Beijing, Celestial Court Chef's Special
Featuring: *Boiled Sweeten Papaya with Superior Bird nest 580.00 + 15%. The regular eating of bird's nest is believed to contribute to clear and moist skin and contributes to healthier lungs, especially for those who smoke. *Poached mandarin fish with superior soup and assorted sliced vegetables 138.00 + 15% per piece. This dish is sweet and sour. Reservation: (8610) 6460 6688 ext. 2460

Belgian Beer & Food Night at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Every Thursday from 6pm until 10:30pm, come to Silk Road Trattoria of The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing, enjoy the unique taste of Belgian beer and a large range of food specialties from Belgium. Executive Chef Wouter presents you culinary highlights from Brussels, Antwerp, Liege and the Ardennes. RMB160 for adult, RMB88 per child aged 3 to 9 years. Rates are subject to 15% surcharge. For reservations, please call (8610) 6590 5566 ext. 2117 or (8610) 6590 5888(Direct Line).

March Special - Roasted Veal Mignon
During promotion from Mar 1 - 31, you'll enjoy complimentary Caesar Salad & glass of Red Wine for any order of the Roasted Veal Mignon. Venue: Ristorante Bologna (20th FL), Capital Hotel. For reservations, please call (8610) 65129988 - 3686

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Enjoy Chinese fine cuisine in the Dynasty Jade Garden restaurant during the month of March. The Hong Kong Chef Pan will present you with the exquisite vegetarian food menu. The speicial ones includ Sauteed Vegetarian Shrimps with Macadamia Nuts, Stewed Assorted Mushrooms, Braised Vegetarian Fish in Soya Sauce, Deep-fried Crispy Vegetarian Duck, stir-fried Vegetarian Chicken with Green Pepper, etc.. Booking Tel: (8610) 68005588-8620 Website: www.stateguesthotel.com

Seafood Normandy at Jianguo Hotel Juatine's
The delicate and distinctive flavors of assorted seafoods from the ocean coast of Normandy in France will feature in a menu selection tantalizing delicacies including "Normandy seafood platter-combination of oysters, mussels, prawns, scampi and belon", "pan-fried filet of Normandy sole with button mushrooms in calvados cream and many more." For further details or reservations, please contact Justine's restaurant on (8610) 6500 2233 Ext. 8039

A Fun Ti Hometown Music Restaurant, We produce excitements!!!
Tel: (8610) 65272288, 65251071/1545 Fax: (8610) 65599718 website: www.afunti.com. A Fun Ti -- The most famous Restaurant around China! Where you can enjoy Xinjiang delicious food, Xinjiang dance & songs live performance, Chinese Kongfu Show. Where you can fully relax yourself and dancing on the table...

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Acrobats Show
Chaoyang Theatre, 7:15-8:30PM, 010-65068116

Movie: Mona Lisa Smile (Mar 5-14)
Directed by Mike Newell, starring Julia Roberts and Julia Stiles.
Capital Cinema 010-66079499
Dahua Cinema 010-65274420
Daguanlou Cinema 010-63030551
Dizhi Cinema 010-66168376
Guang An Men Cinema 010-63522713
Honglou Cinema 010-66051908
Wudaokou Cinema 010-62313624
Yingxie Cinema 010-64207759
Ziguang Cinema 010-65003868
Chang Hong Cinema 010-64042159

Beauty Grass (Mar 4-14)
See above for cinema details.

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Monday, Mar 8, 2004
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Women's Day Celebration
Ethnic Cultural Palace Theatre 7:30PM 010-66052404

Farewell My Concubine (Bawang Bieji)
B2M 8PM 010-64261091

Lady's Day
Loup Chante 010-62767355

Drama: Even Relatives Keep Careful Accounts
Poly Theatre 7:30PM 010-65001188 ext 5126

Comedy Drama: Boeing-Boeing
Chang'an Grand Theatre Mar 8-9 7:30PM 010-65101309

Tuesday, Mar 9, 2004
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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 vocations and who seek personal satisfaction in providing volunteer services to others in need of help. Please contact: Ms. Li Xiaohui by phone at 8610 65813668 or email at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com or the President of the Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional), Ms. Regula Hwang Ma.

Huangmei Opera: Company
Ethnic Cultural Palace Theatre Mar 9-13 7:30PM 010-66052404

Drama: The Courtyard South of North Street
Capital Theatre Mar 9-13 7:15PM 010-65249847

Wednesday, Mar 10, 2004
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YPHH Wine Tasting
Centro For More Info, Please Visit www.yphh.com

Live DJ Sessions: Centro Beats
Centro Mar 10-13 For More Info, Call 6561-8833 ext. 42

Ping Pong Party
Loup Chante 010-62767355

Beijing Opera: Turandot
Polly Theatre 010-65001188-5682

Movie: Without A Trace
Cultural Office of Mexican Embassy 7:30PM 010-65322244

Thursday, Mar 11, 2004
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Amcham-China Luncheon
Kerry Centre Hotel 11:30AM-2PM 010-85191928/1552

Comedy Drama: Boeing, Boeing
Chang'an Grand Theatre March 11-17 7:30PM 010-65101309

French Night
Le Cabernet. More information via www.lanuitfrancaise.com

Friday, Mar 12, 2004
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Ballet: Swan Lake
Century Theatre Mar 12-13 010-65249847

Movie: Family Portrait
Cherry Lane, Call 13901134745 or Visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for Info

The Dvorak Centennial
Forbidden City Music Hall 010-65598285

Moreno Donadel Jazz Trio Concert
Italian Embassy Cultural Office 7PM 010-65325015

FESCO Free Seminar Tai Chi Journey
FESCO classroom 2-4PM For Reservation, Call 010-85616180 or Email: zhao.xu.kun@fesco.com.cn

Saturday , Mar 13, 2004
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Tour To Lama Temple
Chinese Culture Club 10:30-12:30PM Call 010-84622081 For More Info

Movie: Mosheng Tiantang
Hart Salon 8PM 010-65046010

Noisy Night
Nameless Highland 9PM 010-64891613

Movie: Blush (Hong Fen)
Cherry Lane, Call 13901134745 or Visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for Info, 8PM

Symphony Concert: Brunkner's Symphonic No. 2
Forbidden City Concert Hall 7:30PM 010-65046010

Sunday , Mar 14, 2004
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Movie: The Lover
B2M 8PM 010-64261091

Choral Songs
Goldsial Concert Hall 2:30PM 010-65289047

Movie: Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King
See Above For Cinema Details. Mar 15-31, 2004

Music Drama: Ban Sheng Yuan
Capital Theatre 010-65249847 Mar 18-24, 2004

Liu Huan Vocal Concert
Capital Stadium 010-68335552 Mar 19, 2004

Ballet Music
Forbidden City Concert Hall 010-65598285 Mar 20, 2004

Beijing Opera: Si Lang Tan Mu, Yu Tang Chun and More
Chang'an Grand Theatre 010-65101309 Mar 20-25

China National Symphony Orchestra
National Library Concert Hall 010-68485462 Mar 20, 2004

Movie: Real Women Have Curves
Cultural Office of Mexican Embassy 010-65322244 Mar 24, 2004

Movie: Baober In Love
Cherrylane, Call 13901134745 or Visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for Info Mar 26-27, 2004

Su Rui's Vocal Concert
Capital Stadium 010-68335552 Mar 27, 2004

Intensive Kids Soccer Coaching Courses
ClubFootball 010-64170495 Visit www.clubfootball.com.cn For Details. Mar 22-27, 2004

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