Double Art - OE Danish Film Week
Sponsor: Ocean Express; Co-operate Sponsor: Royal Danish Embassy, HTH KØkkener A/S; Time: 8th June 4 (Tuesday), 2004-12th June (Saturday), 2004; Site: Courtyard of Ocean Express Reception Centre. Schedule: 8th June, 2004 Opening Ceremony (Staff Only); 9th June, 2004 8:00 p.m. Dogville (Artistically); 10th June, 2004 8:00 p.m. Italian for Beginners (Comedy); 11th June, 2004 8:00 p.m. Love at First Hiccough (Comedy); 12th June, 2004 Closing Ceremony, 8:00 p.m. Dancer in the Dark (Featured). We provide simple drink in the 4 days. Please contact us for seats and invitations. Ultimately 40 pers per day. Please visit: www.oexpress.com.cn for more detail. (The developer reserves all explanation of this movement)

Open Day - 12th of June (10am to 12pm)
The British School of Beijing will hold an open day on the 12th of June. All welcome to visit the premises and meet members of staff. The school offers the English National curriculum as produced by the British Government; focusing on high academic standards and level of English. All teachers are British qualified, and academic resources meet UK standards. Class sizes average 15-20 students. Contact info@britishschool.org.cn or (8610) 8532-3088 for more details.

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: June 16th. 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

• 30,000 KM Highways To Create Economic Hub
• Anti-SARS Headquarters Removed, Daily SARS Reports Suspended
• China Works With UNICEF To Protect Country Girls
• Beijing SOE Managers To Be Chosen By Bidding
• Water Price Hikes Expected In Beijing
• Girl Says Internet Spat Prompted Slaying

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Fly faster, more choices!
United offers 21 weekly flights from China to the United States with the most convenient service. You can fly faster and have more choices with our daily non-stop Beijing to San Francisco (effective June 12, 2004) and Chicago, and Shanghai to San Francisco. It's time to fly. Roundtrip from Beijing to Tokyo: from RMB5170; San Francisco / Los Angeles / Seattle: from RMB6990; New York: from RMB8920; Other Eastern cities in the U.S.: from RMB8920. Seats are limited and restrictions apply. Prices do not include taxes and valid from May 4 - June 30, 2004. For reservations and information contact your travel agent or call United Airlines. Beijing: (010) 6463-1111; Shanghai: (021) 3311-4567; Toll-free China: 800-810-8282; E-mail: flyua@united.com; Website: www.cn.united.com

Drive Hertz in the USA ... and enjoy quality service and great value-adds!
Calling all United Airlines Mileage Plus members! Rent with Hertz in the USA this summer & enjoy a host of value adds: Frequent Traveler discount + a Free tank of petrol (PC#950180) + you still get to earn 500 Mileage Plus Miles (CDP#62455). Offers are valid on Hertz Affordable Rate rentals of 6 days or more. Discount, Miles and a free tank of petrol ... What more could you ask for? Click here for terms & conditions.

Spend your summer holidays in the Philippines!
Effective from 01Jul, Philippine Airlines offer super value Family and Group Package tours to the capital city Manila. From CNY2220 per person! For more details visit www.philippineairlines.com, or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)62798765 FAX (021)62798762

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Great News @ The St. Regis Beijing from 1 July to 31 August 2004
The St. Regis is the new tradition in the very heart of this great city. We offer the finest accommodations, 24-hour butler service, world-class restaurants, banquet & meeting facilities. USD 185+ per night for Deluxe Room including one daily buffet breakfast for stays on Monday through Thursday night; USD 175+per night for Deluxe Room including two daily buffet breakfasts for stays on weekend. Other Special Benefits as following: Complimentary pressing of up to five garments upon arrival; Complimentary 24-hour access to Spa, Fitness Center and Swimming Pool. For further details, please call 010-6460 6688 ext reservations or visit our website at www.stregis.com/beijing

Garden @ The Shangri-La
Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing is very excited to announce the re-opening of our 3000-square meter landscaped garden complete with "koi" fish pond, waterfall and Chinese pavilions. Here is a wonderful opportunity to treat yourself and friends to specially prepared snacks, drinks at our new terrace garden, "Garden @ The Shangri-La" and soak in the great outdoor with relaxing music. Come to visit our Garden from 4pm to midnight daily to find a paradise in the center of this hustle city! For details, please contact us on (8610) 6841 2211.

Summer Promotion at Presidential Plaza
Only RMB 850, valid until the end of August, for standard room at Presidential Plaza State Guest Hotel. The above price includes one American buffet breakfast, free use of health club, swimming pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, etc. Late check out until 14:00pm. Additional breakfast at special price RMB 100. Booking tel: (8610) 6800 5588.

Executive Package
Valid until August 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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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.

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Job Vacancies at WAB
*Manager, Administration/Finance - Western Academy of Beijing (WAB), a leading international school in Beijing is seeking a Manager of Administration/Finance. The successful applicant will have a direct report to the Director and head the school's business administration and finance with management responsibilities in finance & accounting, procurement, resource management, risk management, IT, facilities, admissions and HR. Applicants must possess excellent English, at least a Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics with relevant experience in foreign organizations in China at the managerial level. *Accountants - WAB is also seeking 2 Accountants who has at least a College Degree in Accounting and at least 3 years' experience in accounting practices in a foreign organization. Successful candidates should have strong English, good interpersonal skills, positive work attitude and be a team player. Interested applicants should contact WAB Human Resource Office at Tel: (8610) 8456 4155 x 1062 or email to hr@westernacademy.com

NGO looking for volunteer
Our organization, an international NGO, is organizing classical guitar charity concerts in Beijing and Xian. We are looking for volunteers to help us with logistical organization of the concert in Beijing and Xian. Volunteers should be both fluent in Chinese and English (or Italian or Portuguese) and available from June 9th to June 21st. If interested, please contact lanquez@planetfinance.org

Part-time Expat Photographer Wanted
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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. USD1000/month. Please contact Ms. Liu at 13901182547.

60cm (diameter) satellite dish and TV receiver for sale
Receiving: CNN, HBO, ESPN, AXN, CNBC, Cinemax, BBC, NHK, DW, and Star world etc. More than 50 channels. Priced RMB4500 including installation. Please contact: Michael Tel: (010) 8637 8589 or inlainse@yahoo.com.cn

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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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

Discover Scuba Diving in Beijing!
Want to try scuba diving without committing to a full course? No problem! SinoScuba's Discover Scuba Diving program offers a highly supervised and relaxed introduction to the underwater world. For information and schedule, please call 1369 302 8913 or e-mail steven@sinoscuba.com

Emergency First Response Care for Children
Are you a parent of an infant or small child, or about to become one? The EFR Care For Children program teaches you how to provide emergency care for injured or ill children and infants. These skills are taught in a non-stressful environment that encourages your action. Next course begins June 22. For information, please call 1369 302 8913 or e-mail steven@sinoscuba.com

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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

YPHH goes to the Horse Races on Sat. June 12
It is Summer and great to be outside! Today we take you to the horse track for a day at the races. We offer you transport by bus, entrance to the track, RMB 100 worth of "guessing which horse finishes first", small lunch, drinks during the entire day and a German-style BBQ to top it all off. RMB380 per person only, for a day of fun at the track! More information on 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.

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.

Football For All!
Players of all ages and abilities are invited to join ClubFootball's 5, 7 and 11-a-side football for men and women in Beijing. Indoor, outdoor, midweek and weekend games available. Social players welcome. Junior coaching courses taught by English FA-qualified coaches also available. Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn, mail play@wanguoqunxing.com or call 010-64170495 for more information

The Commonwealth Society of Beijing is a voluntary, non-profit organization made up of members from the Commonwealth countries. Members meet every second Tuesday of the month. Membership fees are RMB100 per anum, a fee which creates a basis for annual Charity fund-raising functions. For more information, contact: sisneo@hotmail.com or tpbm@hotmail.com

Works of Artists From Wan Fung (Through June 16)
Wan Fung Art Gallery Call 010-65233320 for more info.

Fashion Design Show (Till June 19)
What? Bar Call 139 10209249 for details.

Colorful World (July 7-20)
Works of Ri Chu who depicts the changes of the universe with seven colours.
Fafa Gallery TEL: 010-84506888ext 310

Luo Qi's Works Show (Till June 22)
Qin Gallery TEL: 010-87790461

Southeast Asia Life Style Exhibition (Till June 13)
Beijing Tokyo Art Project inside 798 Factory No. 4 Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL: 010-84573245

Group Show Of Impressionist Paintings (Through June 30)
Beijing New Millennium Art Gallery TEL: 010-84536193

Alien Art Show (Till July 3)
Imagine Gallery TEL: 010-64385747

2004 Beijing International Golf Exposition (June 11-13)
China National Agriculture Musume TEL: 010-65841301

2004 Beijing (Spring) Real Estate Fair (June 11-14)
China World Trade Exhibition Hall TEL: 010-65056506

2004 Beijing International Cars Exhibition (June 9-16)
China International Exbition Center TEL: 010-84600181

Martini Sundays
A great way to spend your Sunday afternoons in Beijing, relaxing on our terrace with one of our specially concocted Martinis. Astor Grill Martini Menu: Original, Orange, Lime, Strawberry, Mango, Pineapple, Peach, Russian, Mint Infused and Vanilla Infused Martinis. For RMB325 net, enjoy a selection of Grilled Fish, Roasted Prime Cuts, Poultry, Salads and Dessert buffet with Unlimited Martini Cocktails. Accompanied by Live Sax Music every Sunday 11:30-15:00 Special Martini Sundays Launch Promotion from May 23rd to June 27th, only RMB275 net per person. For details please call (8610) 6460 6688 ext 2714 or Email silvio.autuori@stregis.com

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...

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.

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Thai cuisine at Garden Cafe - From the pungent of fresh limes and lemongrass to the creamy spicy coconut curries and the pleasurable sweetness of palm sugar try the Garden cafe and get hooked on Thai. With the distinctive harmony of its tastes this light cuisine combines its spicy hot, salty and sour flavors with passionate aromas to delight you. Booking tel: (8610) 68005588 - 8690. Chilled Wine - Enjoy the wines of the world in the Lobby Lounge and Manhattan Grill. Choose from an array of great chilled wines. All available by glass. booking tel: (8610) 68005588 - 8428/8695.

Sixth Sense Japanese Food Restaurant Co Ltd.
At Sixth Sense, you can treat yourself with any of the hundreds of classic Japanese dishes, elaboratedly prepared by our Japanese chef; or you can appreciate the intimate and alluring decor which mixes modern and natural themes; then again why not experience the court-like atmosphere of eating in a traditional Beijing courtyard, all with a modern twist! That's not all - we also offer a European and Arabian-themed bar! Sixth Sense is truly a good place to go at anytime. Mr Xu and Mrs Amy celebrated founders of world famoused Suzie Wong bar whose unique notion of business and remarkable serving consciousness gained accordant recognition of people from all over the world are the landlords of the restaurant. Add: B of No.6 Jianguomennei Dajie Dongcheng District Beijing. Tel: (8610) 6559 6606 Fax: (8610) 6559 6667

Inner Affair Restaurant & Bar
Like floating on water, like floating in the air, this is what life looks like. The ever resplendent Embassy Club has changed its name and been handed over to the proprietor of Suzie Wong. Just be a bit advertent, many familiar faces of Suzie Wong style will still be found out here in the bar that combines both openness and closeness...creating a kind of peaceful atmosphere without the feeling of decadence as brought about by the Qing Dynasty opium and giving way for true happiness to bloom in the night with the glimmerings and wonderful rhythm. All this is the wonderland that Inner Affair builds to cater to its God-like customers. Address: 1F, Qiankun Plaza, 6# Sanlitun Xi Liu Jie, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-84540899 010-84540321.

The owners of VICS and The Den have joined forces to open Wu Dai. Inside is a spectacular blend of modern and traditional decor with rich blue and yellow drapes. The second floor is comprised of a series of uniquely designed private dining rooms, each seating approximately eight to ten diners. Specialising in "special dishes" that are a visual match for the decor, Wu Dai have chosen China's South regions as their inspiration. Perfect for those liking variety, Wu Dai offers dishes ranging from sweet Shanghai to spicy Sichuan. Add: South Gate of Worker's Stadium. Chaoyang District TEL: (8610) 6500 5318.

I thought Vics was just having a new paint-job. Instead I found that they have not just completely stripped the joint, but have also taken over half of Outback Steakhouse as well!. Entering through a doorway that looks like it came out of '2001: A Space Odyssey', the first thing that hits you is the fact there are not only two floors but also two flights of stairs. The first of these is the 'Relaxation Zone' where minimalist furmiture and trance music are combined; downstairs is the old 'Vics Zone' with hip hop and R'n'B tunes booming out of the new sound system. Add: North Gate of Worker's Stadium, TEL: (8610) 6593 6215

Kitaya Japanese Restaurant
Elegant decoration, comfortable dinner environment, consummate Japanese delicious food. Opening promotion for buy RMB100 and get RMB30 cash coupon for free ( beverage excluded ).Add: 2 Dong Jiao Min Xiang Tel: (8610) 6513 3366 Ext 1885

Club Look
Beijing's best place for dancing with top of the line sound system, largest hip-hop bar. Every week we have the most popular international tunes: 22:00PM -3:00AM; Chinese and western buffets for product launches, social gatherings, weddings, exhibitions. Add: #4 Gongtibeilu. Tel: (8610) 6506 6770 Fax:(8610) 6506 6761 clublook@clublook.net

Firstar was formally opened on October 11, 2003. It is one of the few super-large catering spots in Beijing with an elaborate outdoor view. The canteen mainly specializes in French cuisine, but its food also bears slight eastern characteristics. It is a premium destination for those who are keen on delicate western food. Address: No.18, Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Tel: (8610) 6464 9970 / 6460 1981 Fax: (8610) 6460 1983.

Swallowtail Butterfly Thai Restaurants and Bar
Luxury decoration, all kinds of figure of picture, imagine you are on the street of Thailand. Tree whirling, silk curtain dancing, such strong exoticism, Could you refuse it? Add: No.58 Sanlitun South Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing. Tel: (8610) 6502 5118, 6502 5122

Thirty-one Cafe
A Jazz bar. The room is long and narrow. The wall wholly embedded with bottles of Jack Daniel's, just like a lot of faces watching at you. The upstairs is a cockloft, it's so quiet that fit for date and whisper. Add: No.18 Houhai Nanyan Xicheng District Tel: (8610) 6616 4210

Bouddha Bar
Bouddha Bar is divided into many single rooms from inside out. The most attractive is its message board, where different people can put the scrip with their own mind on it. The bar afford Western-style food. Add: No.2 Yinding qiao Xicheng district Tel: (8610) 6617 9488

Bouddha Cafe
The Bouddha Cafe has been opened for over 3 years. It's the earliest bar beside the HouHai lake. Simple furniture and Chinese style adornments make an agreeable and comfortable environment. Add: No.16 Yinding qiao Xicheng district Tel: (8610) 6615 5746

Drum and Bell Cafe
The Cafe is just beside the square which between the Drum and Bell Tower, this woody courtyard sets the big couch and sofa indoor, and some cane chairs in the yard outdoor where you can see the crescent sculpture on the top of the Bell Tower. Add: No.41 Zhong Lou Wan Hutong Dongcheng District. Tel: (8610) 8403 3600

Cui Ya Fu Di Tea House
We offer you various teas. Here you can sip and taste tea, have parenthood tea art and parties, take part in our tea-masters' training and join our club... Add: No.6 Qun lou No.1 Eastern Hua shi street, Chongwen District Tel: (8610) 6718 9119

Coffee Beanery
The coffee Beanery(1/F); Isabel Bar(2/F). We are the first Coffee Beanery in Beijing. Coffee Beanery is a well-known international franchise headquartered in Michigan, the USA. It is an excellent environment for business meetings, birthday parties etc. Add: S-06-04 SOHO NO.88. Jianguo Road. Tel: (8610) 8580 1360

Mediterraneo
One of the few unique Italian restaurants exclusive to the capital city of Beijing where you may expect to enjoy the most authentic Italian dishes, various Spanish snacks as well as Italian and Spanish sherries. Add: Building 8, 1A North Sanlitun street Chaoyang District Tel:(8610) 6415 3691

Big Boat Restaurant & Bar
We serve Italian food and various refreshments along with a wide variety of drinks and wines. June 5 is our opening anniversary. And from June 3rd, there is a promotion for 12% discount for one week. Address: No. 8, Sanlitun Street. Tel: (8610) 6416 1633

DownTown
Sited in Sanlitun Bar Street, Down Town has been around for decade. It attracts expatriates and local professionals with delicious food, attentive service & live entertainment. Happy Hour is 10:30-18:30. Add: 26 Sanlitun Rd. Tel: (8610) 6415 2100

Double Bay
The interior of Double is simple and arty with wood carving and glass painting. Classic western food is served with reasonable price. Live band every night. Beautiful lakeside outdoor seats. Add: No.7 DiAnMen, Lotus Lane. Tel: (8610) 6617 1267

The Pink Loft
The Pink Loft provides Southeast Asian flavor cuisines, particularly the Thai style dishes. It is an ideal place for holding business banquet/conference, birthday parties etc. Address: No. 6 Sanlitun South Road, Tel: (8610) 6506 8811

Lan Kwai Fong
Decorated in traditional Chinese style, the restaurant serves both Chinese and Western food. Special wine promotions are offered regularly. Two different style bands are staying here to play. Address: No. 66 Sanlitun Road TEL: (8610) 6417 2589.

Zhuang Yuan West Food & Coffee
Five-star restaurant mainly serves western dishes and a variety of drinks. Membership Card holders: 10% discount, CEO Card holders: 20% discount. Every Wed to Sat we offer wonderful Jazz and Blues. Add: 1F, Union Plaza, Chao Yang Men Wai. TEL: (8610) 6588 9120

Peter Pan
We serve authentic Italian pizza and spaghetti. We also deliver food to your door upon request. We arrange outdoor classic music performances at the weekend. Business hours: 7:30am-2:00am Address: No. 5, Building 8, Sanlitun North Road. TEL:(8610) 6465 1661

Tai Hao Wei Thai Restaurant
The most low-priced Thai restaurant in town. Offers Thai delicacies, but the best choice here is the red curry beef and Thai fragrant rice. Address: No. 107 Chao Yang Men Nei Xiao Jie TEL: (8610) 6402 5346

Wufu Teahouse
The first teahouse in Beijing that has been engaged in tea craft based on traditional Chinese culture. Waitresses can show you profound tea art and tea knowledge. Address: No. 14, Xueyuannanlu, Haidian District. TEL: (8610) 6225 0681

Zhu Xi Teahouse
Entering Zhu Xi, you'll be surrounded by the murmuring of water, cheerful birds chirping and leisurely swimming fish, and more noticeably the smiling and elegant tea artists. This is no doubt the best place for tea tasting and sipping. Address: No. 3 Building 43# Yard, Bei San Huan Zhong Lu. TEL: (8610) 8201 4282

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Comedy: Comedy of Manners (June 8-27)
Directed by Ren Ming. Ticket at RMB 40, 60, 80, 120, 150, 180.
People's Art Theatre 7:15PM TEL: 010-65250123

Movie: Calzozin Inspector (June 9)
A comedy of mistaken identity based on a Nickolai Gogol play. Directed by Alfonso Arau. In Spanish with English subtitles.
Cultural Office of Mexican Embassy 7:30PM TEL: 010-65322244

Film: I Got You Babe (June 9-16)
This is a Korean romantic comedy about love blossoming between a cop and the criminal she arrests. In Korean with Chinese subtitles. At all cinemas across the city.

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

Drama: Bai Men Liu (June 10-16)
Based on the novel of the same title written by contemporary writer Liu Sifen, it tells about the love story of a famous prostitute.
Poly Theatre 7:30PM TEL: 010-65001188 ext. 5126

Movie: Bian Zou Bian Chang (Life on a String) (June 10)
The Dipiction of life of a blind storyteller. Directed by Chen Kaige and starring Huang Lei. In Mandarin with English subtitles.
B2M 8PM TEL: 010-64261091

Movie: The House with Laughing Windows (June 10)
An Italian horror flick. In Italian with English subtitles.
Cultural Office of the Italian Embassy 7PM TEL: 010-65322187

Movie: The Sesame Oil Woman (June 11-12)
Cherrylane 8PM Call 1391134745 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Movie: Big Happenning (June 10-16)
At all cinemas across the city. See Beijing cinemas above for details.

THE DEN next to City Hotel on Gongti Bei Lu To kick off the Den, food and drink "specials" will fill the weeks ahead. If you crave some xi can, the Business Lunch special will delight your Western appetite. Escape your office for a burger and beer or entertain guests from abroad with a full menu of worldly dishes. For those who prefer a late lunch, you may wish to remain and be first in line for the Den's "Happy Hour" starting at 5:00pm all the drinks and pizza are half price drinks The most celebrated Happy Hour at the Den The weekend. Brunch with free coffee and orange juice Tel:(8610) 6592 6290 For more information, please click here

Dance and drama at Move!
Discover Beijing's newest hottest dance studio... we offer hip hop, modern dance, jazz, belly dance, salsa, swing, argentinian tango, yoga and drama improvisation...all in a unique and central environment near Chao Yang Gong Yuan Xi Men. Try our classes for 50% off from June 1st to 5th. For information, call (8610) 65083314 or 135 013 78511. Check www.moveculture.com. Come meet us, make new friends, relax, get into shape, have fun, MOVE!

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Monday, June 7, 2004
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Swing With Adam Lee
Swing lessons taught by swing teacher Adam Lee. Tuition at RMB50 per lesson and RMB120 for four lessons. CD Jazz Cafe 8-10PM TEL: 010-65068288

Tuesday, June 8, 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.

Girls' Night
One for the ladies here (and you know the guys will be right behind!) Buy one, get one free - ladies only.
Huxley's (in the alley off of Dongdaqiao Xie Jie (South Bar Street)) 8PM TEL: 010-65001251

Comedy: Comedy of Manners
Ticket at RMB 40, 60, 80, 120, 150, 180.
People's Art Theatre 7:15PM through June 27 TEL: 010-65250123

French Three-act Comedy: You Qi Wei Gan
Capital Theatre 7:30PM Through June 20 TEL: 010-65121598

Wednesday, June 9, 2004
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Lady's Night
Free entrance and drinks for all ladies who come tonight.
Vics 8PM TEL: (8610) 65936215

Movie: Calzozin Inspector
A comedy of mistaken identity based on a Nikolai Gogol play. Directed by Alfonso Arau. In Spanish with English subtitles.
Cultural Office of Mexican Embassy 7:30PM TEL: 010-65322244

Film: I Got You Babe
This is a Korean romantic comedy about love blossoming between a cop and the criminal she arrests. In Korean with Chinese subtitles.
At all cinemas across Beijing 7:30PM June 9-16 See above Movie and Performance section for details.

Thursday, June 10, 2004
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La Nuit Francaise at Le Cabernet
La Nuit Francaise is back in the renovated Le Cabernet. Especially for tonight we have arranged for a photo exhibition and attendees can sample the new menu of Le Cabernet. , 6:30-9:30pmMore information, reservations and subscriptions, please go to http://www.lanuitfrancaise.com

Movie: Bian Zou Bian Chang (Life on a String)
The Dipiction of life of a blind storyteller. Directed by Chen Kaige and starring Huang Lei. In Mandarin with English subtitles.
B2M 8PM TEL: 010-64261091

Movie: The House with Laughing Windows (June 10)
An Italian horror flick. In Italian with English subtitles.
Cultural Office of the Italian Embassy 7PM TEL: 010-65322187

Drama: Bai Men Liu (June 10-16)
Poly Theatre 7:30PM TEL: 010-65001188 ext. 5126

China Drama Festival
Beijing North Theatre 7:30PM till June 12 TEL: 010-64048021

Friday, June 11, 2004
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Shows Of Independent Documentaries
A series of independent documentaries are being shown at CCC, created by young artists in the past few years and depicting life and societal change in contemporary China. Tickets at RMB 40 (non-members) and RMB 30 (members)
Chinese Culture Club 8-9PM TEL: 010-64329341

Large Scale Magic Party: Legend of Enchantment
Chang'an Grand Theatre 7:30PM, call 010-65101310/65272352 for more information.

Movie: The Sesame Oil Woman
Cherrylane 8PM today and tomorrow night. Call 1391134745 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Paradisio
Huge afternoon to early morning outdoor pool party with the 14 DJs, Italian food and cheap beer. Agrilandia Italian Farm 2PM Call 13520674284 or check www.Agrilandia.com.cn for details.

Saturday , June 12, 2004
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Sun Yanzi Solo Concert
Capital Stadium 7:30PM For tickets, call 010-84473811

"Zuo Lin You Li" Beijing Concert
Worker's Stadium 7:30PM TEL: 010-65521368

YPHH Trip to the Horse Races
It is Summer and great to be outside! Today we take you to the horse track for a day at the races. We offer you transport by bus, entrance to the track, RMB 100 worth of "guessing which horse finishes first", small lunch, drinks during the entire day and a German-style BBQ to top it all off. RMB 380 per person only for a day of fun at the track! , 11:00AM-9PM More information follows soon on www.yphh.com.

Sunday , June 13, 2004
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Chillout Weekend
Chill out, relax, and enjoy the weekend, courtesy of Cafe Sambal.
Cafe Sambal 2-10PM TEL: 010-64004875

Sunday Learning
Bring a book and your favorite music to play to Alfa's giant patio, you may find it an ideal way to improve learning.
Alfa 12AM-6PM Tel: 010-64130086

Movie: 25 Kids and One Dad
Cherrylane 8PM Call 1391134745 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details. June 18

Wednesday, June 16 - YPHH Happy Hour, venue TBA, 6:30pm, free
The hosting venue of the YPHH Happy Hour of June still has to be confirmed. Free beers for the first people through the door and cheap deals on all beverages. Name card Lucky Draw by Links Relocations and Evolution Fitness. More information on www.yphh.com

African Cultural Festival Day - 19th June 2004
Daytime: Cultural Day. Venue: Tanzanian Embassy - 8 Liangma Nanlu, Sanlitun, Chaoyang. Entrance: Free. A full day exhibition of African cultural artifacts, arts and crafts, African cuisine and culinary art, value-added products from across Africa, African entertainment, fashion show, and much more. Evening: African Festival Night. Venue: Alfa Bar - 6 Xinfu Yicun, Chaoyang (6413 0086). Entrance: 20 RMB. An evening of African beats brought to you by DJ Alba & DJ 'C'. All procedes go to supporting ACBA who are a non-profit making organistion, who promote the estblishment of business ties between African countries and China. Contact: Deptford-Crew@gmx.co.uk or ACBA@asdgrp.com. 1355 2023397 (English), 1355 2023397 (Chinese), 1367 1138554 (Francais)

Originally a French nationwide festival of free concerts and performances, "fete de la musique" has been held for 22 years on the 21 st of June, the day of the summer solstice. The festival has spread around the world in a total of 120 countries. China was the 118th. This year, Alliance Francaise and the cultural services section of the French embassy present an interesting line up featuring local bands- PING PONG PARTY, BEIJING TALKING ( BAO LUO ), ZI YUE and the first African reggae band to be performing in China: BBC Sound System (Best of the Best Community). This band is composed of 3 young guys from Senegal and 4 musicians will show you their melodic positive reggae vibes with a touch of salsa! Discover the French way of mixing music and culture within a convivial environment! Venue at the French Kindergarten School, 4 sanlitun lu(next to the Belgium embassy), Chaoyang District. 6:30pm until 2:00am, June 21, 2004. Free entrance for everybody.

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