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Issue 3.136| March 15, 2004
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Health and Fitness
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Community Announcements
Biz Exhibitions &
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Wine Deals
Theatre & Performances
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The British School of Beijing Opening March 29th
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 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. Please contact us on +8610-8532-3088 or E-mail info@britishschool.org.cn website www.britishschool.org.cn

Rutgers International Executive MBA Program
Discover WHY your best senior management career development opportunity is the Rutgers EMBA. 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

 
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Travel
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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.

United non-stop Beijing to San Francisco Introductory Offers
From June 12, 2004, United Airlines will offer daily nonstop service from Beijing to San Francisco in addition to our daily nonstop Beijing to Chicago. Enjoy our special introductory fares for UA888. Round trip Beijing to San Francisco: Economy Class: RMB5888; RMB4,888 each for two persons travel together. Business Class: RMB23,888. Seats are limited and conditions apply. Prices do not include taxes. Outbound travel from June 14 - 30, 2004. Travel must be completed by July 15, 2004 for Economy Class ticket. Valid for midweek only. Ticketing before March 31, 2004. For reservations and information please call United Airlines at (8610) 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

Swing Around Shanghai to Las Vegas on Philppine Airlines
Spend a few days in "The Entertainment Capital of the World" with its glittering neon, exciting live shows and thrilling casinos. Packages starting from CNY6,810 including airfare and hotel. For more details visit http://www.philippineairlines.com, or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)62798765 FAX (021)62798762

Kingdom Travel Beijing
May holidays coming soon! Time to make your travel plan! Super special Bali Air +Land All Inclusive Package - 7Days/6 nights stay in a 5 star resort at Nusa Dua area-- only cost RMB6580 p.p, limited spaces available. Various Packages to Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, etc... Just tell us when and where you want to travel and leave all the works to us! Our Professional, experienced, bilingual travel consultants will provide you personalized travel services with tailor made itineraries! Contact us ASAP at: (8610) 6502 5588, fax (8610) 6530 2858, 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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Hotel
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Rejuvenation At Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya
Escape from the busy city life, relax on the private beach, enjoy the beautiful landscape, and take the signature massage to soothe your stresses away… All happens in Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya. Valid until April 29, 2004, Scenic View Room for RMB1816 net per night, inclusive of Buffet Breakfast for 2, Free use of private Steam or Sauna room for 15 mins, Free use of Steam/Sauna, Complimentary Spa package - "RELAXING" for 2 hrs for 2, 15% discount in Chinese restaurant, 50% discount for laundry exclusive of dry cleaning, Late check-out till 3pm (subject to rooms availability) * Advance booking for room and Spa treatment required * "RELAXING" package includes body scrub and massage * Double points for PC member in March ONLY. Please call 0898-88565666 for reservation, or visit us www.holiday-inn-sanya.com

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

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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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)

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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

 
Health and
Fitness

Fight Influenza
Don't let flu get you down this winter! Flu vaccines are available at Beijing International SOS Clinic. International SOS uses the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved vaccine. Appointments Tel: (8610) 6462 9112. Flu & flu shot info: www.internationalsos.cn\flu.htm

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.

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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

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Business Development Manager Wanted
Mondial Assistance Group is the international leader in B2B assistance, services and travel insurance. Today Mondial Assistance Group counts more than 7,000 staff members speaking over 40 languages. It is supported by our powerful, round-the-clock presence comprised of 37 operation centres spanning 28 countries. Mondial Assistance (Beijng) Services Co. Ltd., wholly owned by France, was built on 12th Dec. 2003. With quick business development of automobile assistance, we sincerely welcome following qualified person to join us! *Job description: Contributing to the development of business and the management of Mondial Assistance Beijing. 1. Market Research: Extensive market research needs to be done to identify the opportunities for the group in the market. The research will focus on services offered by Mondial Assistance Group currently as well as potential service solutions. This will in part be desk research, but will also include travel throughout China and outside China. 2. Business Development: Identified potential commercial opportunities, prepare proposals for the clients and negotiate with them, ensuring that any contract is signed in accordance with MAB guidelines. 3. Account management: A key responsibility of the BDM is the successful account management of client relationships. The BDM must nurture and maintain close and multi-level relationships within the client's organisation, projecting a professional and proactive image of the company. 4. Marketing Materials: Ensure that all Marketing materials used in the company are professional, consistent, and that the brand values of the Mondial Assistance Group are fully reflected in all external communication. 5. Participation in the management and strategic direction of the company. *Qualification: Native Chinese with fluent English or foreign national with excellent Mandarin; 4yr university degree or above; Management experience in sales and marketing; Personable, self-starter and strong communication; Previous experience in the Automotive industry (after sales segment) is highly desirable. For more details, welcome to access our websites:
http://www.mondial-assistance-group.com; http://www.mondial-assistance-asiapacific.com. If you're interested in the position, please contact us by: Email: hr@mondial-assistance.com.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 for info.

Computer technician with 3 years experience in New Zealand seeks work in IT company in Beijing. A native English speaker with excellent hardware and software knowledge with some sales experience. Phone 13522219864

I'm Thai Nationality, looking for a Hotel-Company job: Management, Manager, Assistant Manager, Secretary Manager, Hotel English Trainer. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss these and other qualification with you are interested, please contact me at: onanong32@hotmail.com

Highly skilled Chiropractor from NY, USA seeking a volunteer position in a Beijing or Shanghai hospital or during August 2004. Previous English teacher in China. If interested: Dr. Cubbin email:drcubbin@yahoo.com

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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Classifieds

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

An Proffesional singer
Just moved to Beijing and would like to be contracted to sing in Hotels, Bars, Events and Concerts. She has been staying abroad for many years, has sang in Major Concerts, Events all over the world. If you are interested (Including entertainment agencies) Please contact 13661176299 for details.

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.

who wants to have a small cat (black and white) as companion? They are 1 and a half month now. So sweet!!! Phone number: 13051900585 or (010) 64713031

 
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

Wednesday, March 17 - YPHH Happy Hour at Hidden Tree, 6:30pm, free
St. Patrick's Day Happy Hour at Hidden Tree! First people through the door receive a free beer. Other drinks friendly priced, Pint of Beamish RMB 30 only! Delicious pizzas from wood- fired brick oven available. Lucky Draw by Evolution Fitness and Links Relocations. Bring name cards for the Happy Networking. More info via www.yphh.com

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.

Spring is coming, shake off the blues and come to tango with us! Beijingtango offers a workshop with Evelyn and Esteban from Uruguay. April 10-11, beginners welcome, no partner needed. For details check www.beijingtango.org or call 13501378511, payment deadline March 31.

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!

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

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.

Last chance to register kids for the ISB Soccer Academy intensive courses! Children from schools across Beijing can develop their soccer skills and have fun in the holidays with our intensive spring break courses! Classes run every day from March 22nd to 27th. You can also register now for the Spring programme for kid's soccer coaching courses at the ISB! Courses begin April 16th 2004 for kids aged 4 to 18 from all schools in Beijing, and all classes are taught by ClubFootball's FA-qualified coaches. For more details on course schedules from either course, please call 010-64170495 or visit our website for details www.clubfootball.com.cn!

 
Biz Exhibitions and
Art Exhibits

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

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

Couple Artists' Painting Exhibition
Fafa Gallery Mar 16-31, 2004, 010-84302587

Gifts & Craftworks Fair
China International Exhibition Centre Mar 16 and 19, 2004, 010-64460991

The 5th International Lighting Fair
China International Exhibition Centre Mar 17-19, 2004, Call 010-64460991 for details.

Italian Artists' Works and Local Oil Paintings
Pickled Art Center Mar 20-21, 2004, 010-64327590

 

 
Dining
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Pasta Pronto
Our special 3 course luncheon menu now gets even better with the addition of the freshest seafood and meats. Come and enjoy "Pasta Pronto" with your business associates, or just because you love Italian cuisine! RMB 118* per person. *Price subject to 15% surcharge. Reservation: (8610) 6460 6688 ext. 2440

Iranian Night at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Iranian Night comes back! Every Saturday 6:00pm onwards, enjoy the sumptuous buffet featuring specialties from Iran - "Chelo kebab", "Gheyme Bademjun Khoresht" and "Saffore rice". Don't forget Iranian caviar, said to be among the finest available anywhere. Rmb 160 per person for adult, Rmb 88 for child aged 3-9 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

Five Continents Brochette Favorites
For the month of March come treat yourself to a light snack of BBQ skewer specialties with flavors from around the world as our chefs specially prepare for you tasteful temptations such as "Lamb soulvlakia", "Pork sausage Nurnberger style", "Asian mixed seafood and meats skewer", " Veal with tomato and onion salsa" and many more. For further details and reservations, please contact Charlie's Bar on (8610) 6500 2233, extension 8038

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Theatre & Performaces

Movie: Lord of the Rings-the Return of the King (Mar 15-31)
Finally it comes to China. At cinemas across town.
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

Music Drama: Ban Sheng Yuan (Mar 18-24)
Story adapted from Zhang Ailing's homonymous novel, directed by Lin Yihua and performed by Taiwan pop star Liu Ruoying, Capital Theatre, 7:30PM 010-65249847

 
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Weekly
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Monday, Mar 15, 2004
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Comedy: Boeing, Boeing
Performed by well-known Chinese comedy star Zhu Shimao, till Mar 17.
Chang'an Grand Theatre 7:30PM 010-6510139

Tuesday, Mar 16, 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.

Movie: Blind Shaft
A Silver Bear Award winner that pictures migrant miners' grim lives in China.
B2M 8PM 010-64261091

Gifts & Craftworks Fair
China International Exhibition Centre 9AM-4PM call 010-64460991 for details.

Taittinger Winemaker Dinner
Kempinski Hotel, 6:30-9:30PM 010-64653388 ext 4118

Wednesday, Mar 17, 2004
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Movie: The Faces of the Moon
Cultural Office of Mexican Embassy 7:30PM 010-65322244

Band Sand
Featuring blues and rock.
Loup Chante 9PM 010-62767355

YPHH St. Patrick's Day Happy Hour
Hidden Tree 6:30PM, free, visit www.yphh.com for more info

Thursday, Mar 18, 2004
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Music Drama: Ban Sheng Yuan
Capital Theatre, 7:30PM Mar 18-24, 010-65249847

Friday, Mar 19, 2004
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Liu Huan Vocal Concert
Capital Stadium Call 010-68335552 For Details

Film: Hong Xifu (Red Suit)
Cherry Lane 8PM Mar 19-20 Call 64615318/9 or Visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for Info

80s-90s Night
If you are a follower in a reminiscent mood, just join.
Vibes 10PM 010-64378082

Secret Cinema
A mixture of DJs, producers and promoters tonight at Cloud Nine
Cloud Nine 9PM 010-64178317

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

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

Movie: The Orphan of Anyang
Hart Salon 8PM 010-65046010

Demon of West Mountain
What? 9PM Call 13910209249 For More Info

Sunday , Mar 21, 2004
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Beijing Opera: Turandot
Poly Theatre 7:30PM 010-65001188 ext 5126

Film: Searching for Buddha
A kung fu flick produced by Thailand.
B2M 8PM 010-64261091

A Remind of St. Patrick's Day
Hidden Tree, Starts from mid-afternoon. 010-65093642

 

 
Upcoming
Events

Monday, March 29, International Newcomers' Network
10 am - 12 noon. Capital Mansions Athletic Club, 3rd Floor. 30 RMB includes coffee and pastries. Info: pennyburke7@hotmail.com. "Beijing 101 - Survival Techniques for Living in Beijing". Are you new to Beijing, or just looking for something and can't find it? We have all the information for you. INN has compiled information on food, shopping, media, maps, taxi books, beauty and children. Roam around our information tables, collect informative handouts and speak to our committee members. We look forward to helping you! After the meeting our 'Lunch Bunch' goes out to a local restaurant.

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

Beijingtango offers a workshop with Evelyn and Esteban from Uruguay. April 10-11. For details check www.beijingtango.org or call 13501378511.

 
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