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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. Next Beijing Info Session: 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

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Where Are You?!
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Forget your work, forget your boss, it's your day!
Secretary's Day special offer from United Airlines for all full-time secretaries in Beijing from April 1 - May 31, 2004. RMB2446 for round trip ticket to West Coast; RMB3446 for round trip ticket to East Coast. Seats are limited and conditions apply. Prices do not include taxes. Travel must be completed by May 31, 2004. Proof of employment as full-time secretary must be presented at time of ticketing. For reservations and information please call United Airlines at (8610) 6463 1111

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Enjoy these exclusive online fares to Tokyo or Taipei when you fly before May 31, 2004. From Shanghai to Tokyo: RMB1,710 (One-way), RMB2,270 (Roundtrip) or to Taipei: RMB3,180 (Roundtrip). From Beijing to Tokyo RMB1,390 (One-way), RMB2,150 (Roundtrip) or to Taipei: RMB4,350 (Roundtrip). But hurry! These savings are only available through May 30, 2004. So book and issue your tickets online at nwa.com/cn. Passenger Facility Charges, taxes and fees are the responsibility of the purchaser. Terms and conditions apply.

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
Last call for the coming May holidays! Packages are still available with limited spaces to Langkawi, Vietnam, Tibet, Thailand & Bali, etc. Contact our experienced bilingual travel consultants ASAP at : (8610) 6502 5588, fax (8610) 6530 2858, or email us at: kdtravel@163bj.com

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May Holiday Indulgence - 30 April - 8 May, 2004
From USD195 per night* including two daily buffet breakfasts, airport pick-up and drop-off and complimentary aromatherapy massage for two. For further details and reservations, please call (8610) 6460 6688. *The above offer is valid for a minimum two night stay.

New Executive Room Promotion Package
Valid till the end of August, only pay Rmb664+15%/per room/per night, free upgrade to Business room; and only add Rmb100, upgrade to Executive room, inclusion: one breakfast, ironing four shirts, incoming-fax, happy-hour from 5:30pm-7:00pm in Lobby Lounge, late check-out till 4:00pm, complimentary surfing on Internet in room, complimentary newspaper and free use of Gym and swimming pool. For further details and reservations, please call (8610)67731234 ext 3534/3535/3536

Presidential Plaza Special Rate
Standard room only RMB780 net, Valid till April 30, 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 to 7:30pm. For reservations, please call (8610) 6800 5588

Rejuvenation At Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya: Right on the Beach......
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 happen in Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya. Valid until June 15th, 2004, Ocean 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 6pm (subject to rooms availability) * Not valid during Public Holidays * Advance booking for room and Spa treatment required * "RELAXING" package includes body scrub and aromatherapy massage * Double points for PC member in April ONLY. Please call 0898-88565666 for reservation, or visit us www.holiday-inn-sanya.com

Executive Spring Package
Valid from March 1-May 31, 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

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Plans for Seconday Education
We have received many enquiries regarding the opening of a secondary school at The British School of Beijing (for which we are fully licenced). Our original intention was to only be a quality primary school from August 2004. However due to community interest we are now considering providing a lower secondary/Key Stage 3 (11-14 years) programme from the English National Curriculum. If you are interested in this development, we would be extremely grateful if you could e-mail us to info@britishschool.org.cn. Alternatively you can contact us on Tel: +8610-8532-3088

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

Food, Body, Mind - A balanced approach to losing weight
Beijing International SOS six week weight management program is not just about looks, it is a total health care approach. Our program provides valuable information about nutrition and healthy eating, lifestyle changes, fitness and more. Learn new skills and habits for a lasting change. Lose weight, register with International SOS now. Space is limited. Call (8610) 6462 9112 now. Program commencing May.

Space-Montage Water Diving Club
Space-Montage Water Diving Club
Spring Fitness Promotion (till May 30, 2004). RMB 6999 - Annual Double Membership; RMB 5999 - Double Fitness Non-busy Membership. A variety of combined products such as fitness and diving group membership and family membership are also provided. For details, please click here or call (8610) 6221 2123 / 6222 7677. Email: smdivingclub@sohu.com

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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Business Development Manager (Japanese Market) 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 1st Dec. 2003. *Job description: Contributing to the development of medical assistance business mainly with Japanese clients Which may includes management of the following areas: 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 Japanese or foreign national with excellent Mandarin; 4yr university degree or above; Relevant experience in marketing and strong client / account management skills; Strong networking skills either for medical assistance or in Japanese market; Personable, self-starter, flexible and strong communication; Insurance company working experience will be a plus. 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 forward your resume indicating your current and expected salary to: Email: hr@mondial-assistance.com.cn

Job Vacancy at The British Embassy Beijing, Management Section
*Position: PA Management Section/Protocol Assistant - Open only to expatriates - full time position *Main purpose of job: To provide secretarial and administrative support to the Management Section. *Duties include: Arranging Chinese registration formalities for UK-based personnel; Maintaining Management Section Filing system; Maintaining Embassy Personnel lists; Assisting the Senior Management Officer and other members of staff with major projects; Providing cover and support for the Personnel Officer; Secretary of the Post Management and Housing Committees; Arranging Embassy Newcomers Briefing; Handling general enquiries. *Requirements: Fluency in spoken and written English; A good approach to teamwork and an ability to work in a busy office environment; Good interpersonal and organisational skills; Adaptability; Familiarity with Microsoft Office is essential (especially Excel); Applicants must have permission to work in China. *Starting Salary RMB 12,728/month *Deadline for receipt of application is 23 April 2004. Please send CV and covering letter to:The Personnel Officer, The British Embassy, 11 Guanghua Lu, Beijing 100600. Fax: (8610) 6532 1937/8/9. E-mail: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

Job Vacancies at International School of Beijing Shunyi
1. Communications Assistant - Candidates must have excellent command of spoken and written English, 2 years secretarial and administrative experience, well organized, goals oriented and able to work well with a variety of people. Duties: coordinate projects, answer community inquiries, organize meetings, etc. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Mandarin a plus. 2. Admissions Assistant – Candidates must have strong command of English and Chinese (Korean a plus), be well-organized, possess excellent communication skills. Duties: answer prospective parent inquiries, give school tours, organize and follow up on application documents, coordinate testing appointments, and prepare reports. Minimum 2 years secretarial or administrative experience. Please fax your resume to us at (8610)8046-2006 or email application@isb.bj.edu.cn

TEFL/ESL. Certificated Native English Teachers Wanted [Beijing Institute for New Economy]
Small classes, central location, excellent conditions. For more information please contact with Scarlet at: newecon@public3.bta.net.cn Phone: 86-10-84472995, 86-13901352213

Cornell Hotel School incoming Ph.D. student seeking high-profile industry mentorship. Available from May till mid-August. Contact go_big_red_2004@yahoo.com for details.

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Nice Apartment For Rent!!
A nice 109sqm apartment in Concordia Plaza which is in the Kempinski area of Beijing, close to the new Embassy area now is available for rent from July. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 24 hours hot water, elevator, HBO channel, central aircon, nice balcony(2sqm) for barbecues, and great security. USD1500/month. Please contact Ms. Liu at 13901182547.

Restaurant/Bar Investment Opportunity
Beijing restaurant & bar, prime location, long lease, western format, /E operation. Seeks partner(s) for development and expansion. For more details contact f_and_b2004@yahoo.com

I had a very good Ayi to recommend - trustworthy/energetic/hard worker, like to take care of children, can cook Chinese/Western food, like to work around Wang Jing area. Salary RMB1.5k/mths. Contact Sandy at 13301185260 for details.

Hutong courtyard to share. Sunny, quite, garden, fully furnished, some antique furniture, artistic decoration, warm. 1 of 2 bedrooms available. Full bath, kitchen, A/C, ADSL and legal. Between Houhai and Dongzhimen. 4000RMB/month plus utilities. Available April 20. email: pryan@bj163.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

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YPHH Happy Networking
Since January 2001 YPHH has been organizing "Happy Networking"-events for people working and living in Beijing & Shanghai. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month the YPHH Happy Hour. Other events include YPHH Wine Tasting at Centro, YPHH Belgian Beer Tasting at Hidden Tree and much more. Info and subscribes via http://www.yphh.com

BICF Welcomes You - Beijing International Christian Fellowship 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.

Mens Rugby
Come and join is at ISB for training on Wednesdays at 7:45PM and games on Saturday afternoons. Free bus from Sanlitun area. Email for more details beijing_rugby@yahoo.com

The International Newcomers' Network (INN) is a non-profit, non-political, non-governmental, non-denominational organization set up in 1994. The goal of INN is to reach out to newcomers of all nationalities to provide an opportunity to meet new friends and learn more about living in Beijing. INN meets on the last Monday of each month (except December) at Capital Mansions Athletic Club, 6 Xin Yuan Road, 3rd Floor Function Room from 10.00am - 12 noon. 30 RMB Entrance includes coffee/pastries. Topics change monthly. E-mail: INNBeijing@hotmail.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!

CourtYard Artists' Self-Portraits
The CourtYard Gallery Till Apr 15, 2004, Tel: 010-65268882

Lili's Solo Exhibition
Traditional Chinese paintings humorously portraying daily life. Daily 9.30am-7pm.
Qin Gallery Till April 16, 2004, Tel: 010-87790461

Couple Artists' Painting Exhibition
More than thirty oil paintings of a couple. Daily 9am-10pm.
Fafa Gallery Till April 21, 2004, Tel: 010-84302587

Photos Of Monks From The Shaolin Temple
A journalist's years of hard endeavor have finally produced these prize-winning photos.
798 Photo Gallery April 3-30, 2004, Tel: 010-64381784/64375284

Artists From The Belgian Royal Academy
Laojia Art Museum April 4-16, 2004, Tel: 010-81706445

China International Photograph & Electrical Imaging Machinery and Technology Fair
China Internation Exhibition Center April 10-13, 2004, Tel: 010-64460991

Group Exhibition
Paintings of different styles but with the same theme--nature and natural beauty--are shown here to express the 15 artists' love of life.
New Art Centre April 5-15 Tel: 010-65268098

Tang Guo Photography
Italian Embassy Cultural Office April 6-18, 2004. (Closed at weekend) Tel: 010-65322244

Abstract Oil Painting Show
Oil works by a local village artist, Sheng Ying. Daily 9am-6pm.
Beijing International Art Palace Art Gallery April 8-13, 2004, Tel: 010-65133388 ext 1207/1208

Astor Grill Terrace Re-opens April 23rd
Seafood BBQ - Free flow of Veuve Clicquot Champagne and more to please every palate and of course, live music and a great time with your friends and colleagues to welcome the Spring. 19:00 - 22:00. RMB428 net per person only. This event marks the opening of the terrace which opens daily. Monday - Friday for lunch 12:00-14:30 and dinner 18:00-22:30. Saturday & Sunday dinner only. Tel (8610) 6460 6688 ext 2637/2711

Cantonese Restaurant at the Guangzhou Hotel
Offering the finest Cantonese Cuisine, with 280 seats and 13 different size and styles. Luxury private dinning rooms available. From April 1st our food promotion "Spring Delicate / Seafood Market". Discover the delights of the China Seas - Enjoy a rich variety of fresh seafood. Business Time: 11:30-14:30; 17:30-21:30. Location: 2nd floor of Guangzhou hotel. TEL: (8610) 6607 8866-2809. For more information, please click here.

Twenty - two Years of Culinary Classics
To commemorate the hotel's 22nd anniversary, from April 1st to 30th, Justine's has the pleasure of presenting "The Signature Dishes" - a compilation of speciality dishes from all former internationally acclaimed promotional guest chefs and previous Jianguo executive chefs. Come savour these memorable dishes as Justine's revives a past culinary heritage for a unique dining experience. For further details, please call us on (8610) 6500 2233 ext. 8039 or email fbo@hoteljianguo.com / www.hoteljianguo.com

New Chefs in Town
Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing is delighted to welcome Mr. Choi Io Man and Kenichi Kanauchi as the head chefs of the Shang Palace Chinese Restaurant and Nishimura Japanese Restaurant respectively. Along with their solid experience at many famous hotels and restaurants, both Chef Choi and Chef Kanauchi bring their authentic and creative menu of fine specialties to the restaurants. Try Braised Abalone with Superior Oyster Sauce, Tiger Shark's Fin Soup or Shang Palace Prawns in Shang Palace, and "Scallop with Mozzarella Cheese", "Spring Herb Salad" in Nishimura. Please call (8610) 6841 2211 for reservations.

Zone de Confort
Treat yourself to a creative combination of cuisine and presentation, our lunch and dinner menu, mainly Fusion, are inspired by Western (French & Italy) and Southeast Asian cuisine with fresh ingredients and a touch of herbs to awake your appetite. Relax and take time to savor the enchanting flavor of our specially blended herbal and flower tea. It's truly something beautiful to look at, deliciously tasty and, good for you. Reservation:(8610) 6500 8070. For more information, please click here.

Hang Zhou Food Festival - Jade Garden Restaurant at Presidential Plaza
The Dynasty Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant presents a "Hang Zhou Food Festival". Famous for its traditional light cooking methods and exquisite tasts, Hang Zhou cuisine effortlessly combines the delicate flavors from the North and South. Four veteran Hang Zhou chefs have been invited to provide you with an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Booking tel: (8610) 6800 5588-8620

Chef's Recommendation
For the month of April, our Chef at the Chatterbox Coffeehouse brings you the special dish - Pork Picatta on fresh tomato sauce with spaghetti and vegetable at RMB58+ only. Venue: Chatterbox Coffee House, Capital Hotel (Lobby Level). For reservations, please call (8610) 65129988 - 3141.

Wedding Package
Wedding, a day forever and a day to remember. Celebrate your wedding with family and friends, the people who matter the most to you, at Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing. Starting from only Rmb999
net / per table, you will enjoy unique and flexible wedding packages with various fabulous benefits & discounts. Please contact our Banquet Sales Office at Tel. (8610) 6436 2288 Ext. 2800 for inquiry and reservation.

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Russian State Ballet Troupe Visiting Performance (April 7-29)
Beijing Exhibition Theatre Tel: 010-68354455

Drama: The First Building On Earth (Tianxia Diyi Lou) (April 9-25)
Capital Theatre 7:30PM Tel: 010-65249847

Movie: Paycheck (April 9-15)
An engineer who has had part of his memory erased, struggles to to find clues to his whereabouts for the past two years and collect the wages owed to him. Directed by John Woo. Starring Ben Affleck and Aaron Eckhart. 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

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Monday, Apr 12, 2004
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Movie: The Pianist
Based on the story of brilliant Polish pianist Wladyslau Szpilman, this film won the Best Picture Award at the 75th Annual Academy Awards; Directed by Roman Polanski and starring Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann and Emilia Fox. Chaoyang Theatre Tel: 010-65071818

Movie: Apocalypse Now
B2M 8PM Tel: 010-64261091

German Chamber Luncheon
Monthly luncheon event of German Chamber. RMB180 (members) and RMB280 (non-members) Kempinski Hotel Beijing 11:45AM Tel: 010-6590 0926 ext 210

Table Tennis Athletes Selection Match
Till April 13, Beijing Haidian Stadium Tel: 010-62551189

Tuesday, Apr 13, 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: Riverworld
B2M 8PM Tel: 010-64261091

Dance: Yunnan Impressions
Yunnan dance performed by famous dancer Yang Liping. Tickets at RMB 100, 180, 280, 380, 480, 580, 680. April 13-16, Poly Theatre 7:30PM Tel: 010-6500 1188 ext 5126

Wednesday, Apr 14, 2004
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Movie: Jade Goddess of Mercy
B2M 8PM Tel: 010-64261091

Film: Married Life
A married couple wish they both could live together all the time until death seperates them, but will their wish come true? Come and find out! Cultural Office of Mexican Embassy 7:30PM Tel: 010-65322244

Seminar On Australian Tax System
April 14 -15. 3PM-4:30PM and 7PM-8:30PM Chang'an Club 010-65959252

Thursday, Apr 15, 2004
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Movie: The Unborn
A horror tale based on a true story. Will you be frightened? B2M 8PM Tel: 010-64261091

Movie: Burning The Wind
French film with Italian subtitles. Cultural Office of the Italian Embassy 7PM Tel: 010-65322244

Dance: Blessing Of Tianshan Mountain
April 15-18, Ethnic Cultural Palace Theatre 010-66052404

Friday, Apr 16, 2004
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Movie: "Leaving Me Loving You"
April 16-17, Cherrylane, 8PM Tel: 64615318/9

Italian Pianist Concert
Forbidden City Music Hall Tel: 010-65598285

Saturday , Apr 17, 2004
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Yoga Course @ Yoga Yard
Yoga Yard 108#, Building 4 Yonghe Jia Yuan, For more info, please call 010-51026180 or visit www.yogayard.com/html/intro_signup.html.

Exploring Hutongs
Meet at Tiananmen Square at 12PM. RMB 100. Call Jeff at 13911886534 or visit www.cyclechina.com/expat.htm for more information.

Symphony Concert Series III
Polly Theater Tel: 010-65001188-5682

Sunday , Apr 18, 2004
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Open Mic At Wudaokou
Lush 9PM Tel: 010-82863566

Chillout Weekend
Cafe Sambal 2-10PM Tel: 010-64004875

Monday, April 26 International Newcomers' Network (INN)
"Leaving Beijing - Planning Your Move" If you have questions about moving come to this INN meeting. A panel of relocation experts will speak on the psychological effects on your family of leaving, the timelines for preparing for a move, the antique inspector, dealing with your car, and pet clearance. Capital Mansions Athletic Club, 3rd Floor Function Room. 10.00 am. - 12 noon. 30 RMB for entrance coffee and pastries. After the meeting our Lunch Bunch goes out to a local restaurant. Email: INNBeijing@hotmail.com

Swiss DJ Zimoun
Cloud Nine Tel: 010-64178317/18 April 22 10PM

Broadway Dance Party: Night Of Burning Passion
Ethnic Cultural Palace Theatre 010-66052404 April 22-May 12

Musical Drama: Cat
Great Hall Of The People Tel: 010-66081188 April 27-May 3

Lin Yilian Solo Concert
Capital Stadium Tel: 010-65249847 April 30

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