The Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

• China Cracks Down On "Phone Sex" Services
• Government To Raise Taxable Personal Income
• Yao Ming Takes Anger Out On New Zealand
• China Pushes Kindergarten Security
• Spotlights On College Admission Abuse
• Patent Projects Displayed In Dalian

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CD Player Repair in Beijing in General Discussion
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Revenge of the Laowais in Recreation and Nightlife
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Can't Find a Job! in Working in China
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Where to Buy Organic Food (veges etc) in Beijing? in Living in China Last post by hutongwander

Executive Recruiters for Foreigners in China in Working in China
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Where Are You?!
Each month, YPHH organizes Happy Networking Events at bars and restaurants in Beijing. Visit www.yphh.com for more info and check back each week to see if you are pictured here!

If You Are Above, You Have Just Won A Free Guidebook!
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3 daily non-stops to the U.S. by United!
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-stops Beijing to San Francisco and Chicago, and Shanghai to San Francisco. For reservations and information contact your travel agent or call United Airlines. Beijing: (010) 6463-1111; Toll-free China: 800-810-8282; E-mail: flyua@united.com Website: www.cn.united.com

Laoag getaway only CNY 3150
The Sunshine City and capital of Ilocos Norte province, gateway to the historic north where centuries-old churches and cathedrals still toll their bells at sunrise. Experience Laoag's breathtaking landscape that stretches from desert dunes to sun-soaked beaches. Special package prices from CNY 3150 /person, including hotel and roundtrip airfare from Shanghai. Flying four times weekly. For details visit http://www.philippineairlines.com, or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)6279 8765 FAX (021)6279 8762.

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It's the perfect leisure trip. Even if you're here on business.
Check into a Hilton hotel in China or one of 18 participating Hiltons throughout Asia, and you can look forward to some extra rewards. With our HotDeals@Hilton promotion, from now till 31 August, you'll get a 50% discount on a second room for your kids and their meals. On top of that, you'll also receive double HHonors Base points or double airline miles with participating airlines. Discover all the benefits of this promotion by clicking here for more information.

Take a Well Earned Break at Sheraton Sanya Resort!
Admit it - you're dreaming of it now! The perfect getaway in a Resort that has it all... you can RELAX - it's all here, at Sheraton Sanya Resort. Imagine three nights of opulence in oversized accommodations, beginning each day with none other than a divine buffet breakfast where everything you can imagine is on offer, and more. Plus for something a little different, a jet ski ride for the young at heart in all of us! All of this will start and finish with luxurious transfers in a limousine of course! Upon reservation, please ask for Rate Plan: BREAK. For Reservations: Phone (86898) 8855 8236 or Toll-Free on 800 810 3088 Or Email: sanya.sheraton@sheraton.com Visit us at: www.sheraton.com/sanya For Full Package details please click here

Holiday Inn Sanya makes your dream come true
Stay a minimum of two consecutive nights at RMB580++/room/night in Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya, you will get an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to undergo zero gravity astronaut training and to experience the weightlessness of floating in space. *The above rate is inclusive of breakfast, maximum for two persons *The above rate is for Scenic View Room. Deluxe Ocean View Room is also available at RMB700++/room/night *The above rate is subject to 15% service charge and RMB11 per person per night local government tax *Only available for guests of Chinese nationality * Valid till August 31, 2004. For reservation, please call 0898-88565666 or mailto: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

Rosedale Business Package
Brings you attractive "Business Package" for a minimum 2-night stay with discounted room rates and choice of 3 benefits valid from July 1 to October 10, 2004. Starting from only USD80+15%svc for an overnight stay in a Superior Room, guests can enjoy 3 benefits out of 5 which hotel designs for our VIP guests. Please call Reservation Hotline (8610) 64361805 or 64362288 ext. 2800, or visit website www.rosedalebj.com

The Landmark Hotel Shenzhen
Executive Deal; RMB799 net; Valid till August 31, 2004. Benefits include: 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 | 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 or enquiries, please call our Hong Kong office at (852) 2375 6580 or contact the Hotel's reservation Department at (86 755) 8219 0033 or fax to (86 755) 8219 1119.

The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing offers the English National curriculum as produced by the British Government; focusing on high academic standards and level of English. All our teachers are British qualified, and academic resources meet UK standards. We provide separate ESL units for students with lower levels of English for core subjects, and limit the number of non-native speakers. Class sizes average 15-20 students. Contact info@britishschool.org.cn or (8610) 8532-3088 for more details.

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)

Extreme Experience Diving Club
Extreme Experience Diving Club Spring Fitness Promotion. 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

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Job Vacancy at The British Embassy, Beijing
*Position: Political Officer (Bilateral Relations) - position equivalent to Second Secretary *Main Purpose of Job: The successful candidate will work in the Embassy's political section with a team handling bilateral relations between the UK and China. He or she will have responsibility for arranging high-level visits between the two countries, liasing with Departments across Whitehall, Chinese Ministries and British Consulates-General. He or she will be expected to work closely with other members of the team, and handle other policy issues as appropriate, for example, working to strengthen co-operation between British and Chinese police and immigration authorities. He or she will also have both personnel and budget management responsibilities. This is an important and influential job in a busy section, and would suit a well-motivated person with an interest in politics and a hands-on approach to solving problems. The role demands sound political judgement, good attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines. It also requires the ability to solve problems under significant time pressures and involves working closely with senior Embassy staff and VIP visitors. These responsibilities may alter if the needs of the Embassy change, or if the successful candidate does not obtain the required security clearance. *Requirements: Excellent organisational skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Computer literacy *Desirable Skills and Qualifications: University Degree; Ability to speak and read Chinese; Familiarity with the workings of the British and Chinese Governments. The position is open to expatriates with the appropriate visa / permission to work in Beijing. Starting salary approximately 22,000 RMB per month. Deadline for receipt of applications is Wednesday 8 September 2004. Please note that suitable candidates will be required to attend an assessment and interview in the week beginning 13 September 2004. Please send CV and covering letter to: The Personnel Officer, The British Embassy, 11 Guanghua Lu, Beijing 100600 Fax: (8610) 6532 7989 E-mail: jobapplicationspeking@fco.gov.uk

Job Vacancy at The British Embassy, Beijing
*Position: Project Officer for the Science and Technology Section, Beijing(Open to Chinese and Foreign Nationals) *Job Description: It is envisaged that the Project Officer will be a bright and pro-active person in their early career, able to turn their hand to a variety of tasks, including organisational work in the preparation of visits and events, liaison with Chinese and UK institutions, occasional tasks researching information in response to requests, and writing letters and dealing with emails and telephone enquiries. The person will work to the Senior Project Officer, and will report to the Counsellor Science and Technology. The successful candidate should possess the following skills: A high level of spoken and written English, Chinese preferable; A diplomatic, tactful manner when dealing with contacts, clients and colleagues; At least two years work experience, preferably with a foreign firm or Embassy; A high level of motivation, and demonstrated ability to be a self-starter; Some background in science or technology would be desirable. The person will be part of a team of five staff at the Embassy in Beijing, led by the Counsellor, Dr.Robin Porter, and part of a network of eleven FCO staff nationally throughout China. The tasks of the Network as a whole include: monitoring, reporting on and influencing science policy; encouraging scientific and technical collaboration; promoting UK science and technology achievements; and communicating developments in Chinese S and T to clients in the UK. The UK will be mounting a 'Year of British Science in China, 2005', in the organisation of which the successful candidate will play a part. *The position is open to foreign nationals with the appropriate visa/permission to work in Beijing. Chinese nationals must have approval to work in Beijing. *Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 3 September 2004. Please send CV and covering letter to: The Personnel Officer, The British Embassy, 11 Guanghua Lu, Beijing 100600, Fax: (8610) 6532 7989, E-mail: jobapplicationspeking@fco.gov.uk

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

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.

Apartment For Rent
RMB6000 neg., furnished, clean & quite, 1B Rm Apt, 2bath, Silver Maple Garden, 100 Sq.m, large living room, GE ref., washer & dryer, 2 phone lines, hi-speed internet, green grass & park outside, call: 13601247716 email: fanzhang_81@yahoo.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

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

Manage Your Email Lists With XZList!
Try XZList's easy list service! Our award-winning software has been used in China for over 7 years! It's used by embassies, multinational companies, individuals, and other websites and provides a seamless way to organize and respond to your clients, colleagues, and users. For more information visit http://www.xzlist.com

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

Wed. Aug. 25 - YPHH Indian Night at RAJ, 6:30pm
Enjoy an evening with authentic Indian food in the great environment of the hutongs near Houhai. All-u-can-eat buffet incl. drinks for RMB 120 pp only. More info and reservations 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.

BICF WEST! If you have wanted to take part in BICF but live on the west side of town, now is your chance. In the BICF tradition, BICF West will meet in the National Library Theater beginning September 12. The services will begin at 10 am. BICF West is also only open to foreign passport holders.For more information about BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org or call us at (8610) 8454 3468.

The NLP Club is an ongoing training event for those that wish to gain a greater understanding and ability to use the day-to-day applications of the field of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. The NLP Club comes together every Tuesday evening, 7-9pm at Red Yard. More information via nlp@clarkmorgan.com or (8610) 8406 4760.

Tuesday, August 24 - NLP Club at Red Yard, 7:30-9:30pm, RMB 80
This evening the NLP Club covers "Modeling + Story Telling". More information via nlp@clarkmorgan.com or (8610) 8406 4760.

The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced choral singers in all voice types. The Chorus has members from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral concerts three times a year. For more information or to schedule an audition please email Kerry Holahan, Membership Director: kholahan@wesleyan.edu or visit us online at www.beijingifc.org

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

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

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

St. David's Society Beijing
Are you Welsh or do you have close connections with Wales? A group of Beijing based Welsh people are trying to form a St. David's Society, where like-minded people can meet on a regular basis to celebrate their heritage! There are even plans for a St. David's Day Ball. If you are interested in becoming involved please E-mail stdavidsbj@yahoo.co.uk for further information. Pob hwyl

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: 64329341

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

Peking University Forum (August 23-26)
Beijing International Conference Center Tel: 010-84980246

Beijing International Education Exposition 2004 (August 24-26)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88568088

China Meat & Eggs Products Exhibition (August 25-28)
China Agriculture Exhibition Center Tel: 010-68316677

Beijing International Broadcasting, Film and Television Equipment Exhibition (August 25-28)
China International Exhibition Center Tel: 010-88568088

2nd China International Film & TV Pragrams Show (August 25-27)
Beijing Exhibition Center Tel: 010-68316677

8th Beijing Brand Real Estate Fair (August 26-29)
China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-65056506

Maps Asian 2004 (August 27-29)
Beijing International Conference Center Tel: 010-84980246

China Chinois - Beijing (Through August 28)
Installation exhibition by William Andersen from the States
Pickled Art Centre, 9AM-5PM Tel: 010-84563727.

Pure Mongolian (Through August 28)
Everything is from Innner Mongolia and about Mongolia. Daily 8:30AM-6PM
China Millennium Monument Art Museum Tel: 010-68513322

Jurney To the East (August 14-September 30)
Abstract oil paintings by contemporary German artist Sebastian Heiner. 11AM07PM Tuesday-Sunday. China Art Seasons Tel: 010-64311900

Exhibitions of Books & Paintings From Mainland and Taiwan (August 6-25)
A reunion of works from both sides after over 70 years' seperation.
Today Art Gallery Tel: 010-83532713

8th Computer Festival In Landao Plaza (Through August 29)
Displayed brands including Lenovo, Founder, Tsinghua Tongfang TCL, IBM, HP and many others.
Landao Plaza Tel: 010-65044422

An Authentic Thai Feast
The best from Thailand is coming: A great team of Thai Chefs from the Sheraton Royal Orchid Bangkok will join our St. Regis crew to delight you with authentic Thai cuisine from Aug 30th until September 10th. RMB208+15% service charge for Lunch Buffet (Monday to Saturday) RMB218+15% service charge for Dinner Buffet (Monday to Saturday) For further details, please call (8610) 6460 6688 ext. 2340/41.

Mooncake Information
In this mid-autumn festival, our Chinese Executive Chef Chau Oi Fong of Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing has especially created and handmade a range of delicious mooncakes. Eight special designed mooncake gift boxes are available with unique features like Crispy Skin Mooncake Gift Box, Sapphire Mooncake Gift Box, Jade Mooncake Gift Box, Diamond Mooncake Music Gift Box, etc. which starts from RMB128. They will be no doubt the excellent gifts for your families, friends and business clients. Order 10 boxes of Mooncake or more before August 30, 2004 and you will receive attractive discounts. For enquiries or order, please contact our Mooncake Sales Hotline on (8610) 6841 2211 Ext. 2732 or website: www.slbemooncake.com

Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with Capital Hotel Mooncake
Mid-Autumn Festival is a time for reunion with family and friends. Treat them with an ideal gift - Capital Hotel Mooncakes. This year our gift boxes are filled with different flavored mooncakes: Capital Royal Gift Box (Cantonese Style, 6pcs, RMB368), Capital Classical Gift Box (Cantonese Style, 6pcs, RMB288), Golden Dragon Gift Box (Japanese Style, 8 mini-pcs, RMB198), Traditional Relish Gift Box (Cantonese Style, 4 mini-pcs, RMB38), "Sweet Home" Gift Box (Taiwanese Style, 9 mini-pcs, RMB98) and "Sweet Home" Gift Box (Taiwanese Style, 4pcs, RMB98). For more information or order, please contact us at: Tel: (8610) 6512 9988-3104/3240; E-mail: f_bsales@capitalhotel.com.cn

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 bar 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.

The Noodle Loft
Shanxi Serves as the origin place of Chinese noodles while the Noodle Loft is the very place for real Shanxi noodles in Beijing. Few people ever expected of such delicate noodle before its door. Runs at 11:00-22:30. Add: No. 20, Xi Da Wang Lu, Chaoyang Dist. TEL: (8610) 6774 9950

Kitaya Japanese Restaurant
Located at 2F of Novotel Hotel, Kitaya Japanese Restaurant features an exquisite decoration, cozy and comfortable dining atmosphere. With its richly experienced executive chef to cook delicate dishes, Kitaya serves as an ideal place for those who wish to entertain friends as well as business partners. Now we have various Sushi at 4.8rmb each only. Add: Dong Jiao Min Xiang, Block A, 2F Novotel Hotel. Tel: (8610) 6513 3366 ext 1885.

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 Restaurant and Bar
Starting from today, we organize Thai dances each night during 7pm-9pm. You may feast your eyes with exquisite and elegant Thai traditional dances. Address: No. 58 A, Sanlitun South Road, Chaoyang Dist(original Sanlitun car fittings street) TEL: (8610) 6502 5118, 6502 5122.

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. The most newly promotion is Summer Wine Tasting Party, get a 12% discount buying wine at Sat nights with VIP card. Add: No.41 Zhong Lou Wan Hutong Dongcheng Dist. Tel: (8610) 8403 3600

Cui Ya Fu Di Tea House
60-day courses on tea art. Various content. Time: July 1-August 31 9:30am-11:30am Tuition: RMB500/person; RMB150 for student with certificate. Add: 6# Annex, NO.1 Donghuashi Da Jie, Chongwen District. TEL: (8610) 6718 9119 Fax: (8610) 6718 9019

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. During Asia Cup, buy 6 true quality beers and get 2 for free, discount card available for bill more than 100rmb. Make friends via SMS. Enjoy combined offer of super-value red wine and foreign wines. Add: 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

Nina Coffee Bar and Mexican food
The best Mexican and Tex-Mex food in Beijing! Homemade tacos, burritos, enchiladas, even vegan snacks. Average price: RMB40. Also has specialty coffees, cheesecakes, and other goodies. Add: #252 Chengfu Lu. English-speaking staff. Call: (010) 6265 6588.

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 (Use to be Wangfujing Chao Phraya River 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

Ming Lu 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

Mihunzhen Restaurant
Featuring a perfect combination of simplicity and modernity, this restaurant is the best place for Guizhou dishes. Discount availalbe for lunch/dinner. Business hours: 11:00am-12:00pm. Add: No. 26, Tianze Road, Chaoyang District. Tel: (8610) 8454 5539.

Volga Russian Restaurant
Volga serves Russian dishes cooked by their famous Russian chef, and features Volga and black beers. Guitar/Cello performances. A recent promotion launched has been 'Eat RMB100 worth, and get an RMB20 voucher'. Add: No. 256 Chengfu Road, Haidian District. Tel: (8610) 6257 8995.

Feeling House
Featuring Taizhong-style decorations and simple but excellent western dishes. VIP card holders get preferential treatment! During the International Food Festival, 20% discount can be expected here. Open 9:30am-2:am, Tel: (8610) 8448 9997.

The Loft
Authentic European dishes are prepared by Executive Chef Bob who has worked in Spain and Greece for many years; lately there are DJ shows and stage performance by foreign bands at weekends... Add: No. 4 Gong Ti Bei Lu, Chaoyang Dist. TEL: (8610) 65897877 65850166. More Info via www.theloft.com.cn

Jing Tan Teahouse
Offers a lingering charm and is characteristic of typical Chinese Jing Nan. Most famous teas are available here. Also, you may take your favorite home to enjoy on your own. Add: 1F No.13 Building Donghuashi Bei Li Chongwen District. Tel: (8610) 6710 0548.

Public Space
A bar with typical western decoration, offering simple western dishes and a whole range of drinks. DJ shows all day long. Open 2:00pm-2:00am. Address: No. 50 Sanlitun Road. Tel: 130 0113 5089.

Joy Way Teahouse
Located to the east extension of Chang'an Avenue, among the many restaurants in SOHO, CBD, you'll find this peaceful and cozy place with unsophisticated and elegant atmosphere, without being interrupted by the crowd and noise of urban life. TEL: (8610) 8580 3198

Xiang Ming Xuan Teahouse
Situated in an up-market community, Xiang Ming Xuan Teahouse can accommodate about 70 people drinking tea. It provides tea delicacies with beautiful and classic utensils. Operating at 10:30am-2:00am Add: Donghuashi Street, Chongwen District TEL: (8610) 6713 2237

Liang Ma He Restaurant
Located on the river side of Liangmahe, this establishment can hold 120 people for dinner. Mainly serves Chinese food and various drinks. A half price dish is available every Mondy to Friday noon time. Operation Hours: 10:00am-10:00pm, Add: No.2 East to Tayuan Office TEL: (8610) 6464 2365

Pin Ming Xuan
An excellent place to rest and sip tea on the riverside of Liangmahe River. Has a capacity of 60 and is decorated with classical furniture. Offers different kinds of tea and pastries. Operating Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm TEL: (8610) 6464 2365

Shanba Cafe & Lounge
Located inside 'Colorful World' on Women's Street, Shanba Cafe & Lounge features rich classic tastes with a seating capacity of 150,views beautiful outdoor lake scenery from the 1/F & 2/F. During the Internation Food Festival, most cocktails are available with 20% discount. Open: 2:00pm-3:00am TEL: (8610) 8671 5627

Ming Xiang Tai Teahouse
The dazzling yellow of the teahouse can be viewed from distance; upon entering, you'll be amazed by the internal decoration, it seems to bring you all of a sudden back to the embrace of nature.
Addr: No. 8 A, Xin Wai Da Jie, Xicheng District TEL: (8610) 6203 8355.

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Attention all thespians, designers and fabulous theater folk: ex-patriate, English-language theater lives in Beijing! Compass Theater, co-founded by actress and director, Carla Lev, is planning its next production and invites you to a get-acquainted meeting and brainstorming session at The Hidden Tree Bar in Sanlitun on Saturday, August 28th, 5:00 pm. Questions? Call 1350-108-2647 or email compasstheater@hotmail.com

Movie: Rouge (August 23)
The ghost of a 1930s courtesan wants to place a personal ad on a newspaper in order to find her beloved, 50 years after a suicide pact caused by disapproving parents. Free. 8PM. B2M, Tel: 010-64261091

Movie: The Actress (August 25)
It tells story about Ruan Lingyu, an 1920s actress in China who later committed suicide. Directed by Stanely Kwan and starring Maggie Cheung. In Cantonese with English subtitles. 8PM. B2M Tel: 010-64261091

Film: Are We Men or Corporals? (August 26)
This is a good film of classic satire and good old-fashioned slap-stick comedy. The ending is very realistic, however, regarding the fate of good men. In Italian with English subtitles.
7PM. Italian Embassy Cultural Office. More info via 010-65322187 or info@italcultbeijing.org

Drama: He Doesn't Have Two Wives (August 26/29)
A man has two wives for four years, but the two wives are unaware of each other's existence. Performed By Tianjin People's Art Theatre. 7:30PM. Tianqiao Theatre Call 010-83156300 for details.

Green Fairy Tale Ballet Drama: Country Musician Of Bremen (August 28)
7:30PM Century Theatre Tel: 010-64660032

Film: Spiderman 2 (Through August 31)
Tobey Maguire returns as the mild-mannered Peter Parker, who is confronted by a new nemesis, Otto Octavis, while juggling the delicate balance of his dual life as a college student and a superhuman crime fighter. Runs until August. 31 Capital Times Cinema/Sun Dong An Cinema City Tel: 010-83915165/65281838.

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

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

Club Look
Beijing's hottest night spot which is heavily promoting Hip-Hop Club scene in the city....is pleased to announce that one of the Philippine's hottest Hip Hop DJ Paul, Will return to Club Look to rock you again. Time: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Address: No.4 Gongti Beilu. Tel: (8610) 6506 6770

Bar Blu
Exciting Cool Bar & Beautiful Ambient Roof Terrace! Join us for a great time everyday of the week. Our brilliant and hugely popular western menu is available now from 12noon-12midnight daily. Sit in a cool air conditioned environment or out on the most beautiful terrace in town. Happy hour now available 17:00-21:00 every day of the week and drinks specials at many other times! Book your party now on the roof terrace or in the bar - we cater to YOUR needs, great offers available! Tel: (010)6416 7567. Visit our website for more details at: www.BarBlu.cn or email info@barblu.cn

Sex and Da City
A perfect combination of Chinese and western style; offers a wide variety of drinks and holds regular imported wine promotions. Operation time: 11:00am-2:00am. Add: No. 15, Tianhefang, Lotus Market, West Lakeside of Qianhai Lake, Shishahai, Ping'an Street. TEL: (8610) 6612 5046

Logos Bar
Located inside 'Colorful World' on Women's Street, with visionary decorations and providing various pastry \ies and beverages. Mon-Fri after 5:00pm, all soft drinks/coffee at half price. Business hours: 6:00pm-3:00am. Tel: (8610) 8448 0880.

Floating Isle Bar
Features a futuristic style and excellent live performances from 9:30pm to 12:30am each night; this month buy 6 bottles Budweiser beers at RMB145 instead of RMB168. Buy 6 Qingdao beer and get 2 for free. 20% off for drinks consumed for people who read this ad. Add: No. 240 Lanqiying Chengfu Road, Haidian Dist. Tel: (8610) 6265 3177

Luck Bar
Featuring heavy metal styles; have wonderful band performance during 9:30pm-12am each night; Offer regular promotions: German three-star beer Erdinger Weissbier: buy three and get one free... Open: 2:00pm-2:00am. Add: No. 224 Chengfu Road, Haidian Dist. TEL: (8610) 6265 1187

Comma Bar
A European style bar with complex structures, providing normal western food and various drinks. Live performance every night from 7pm to 3:30am. Now who buy Chivas and Jack Daniel's will get 4 cans of soft drink and a snack for free. Add: No. 54, Sanlitun Street Tel: (8610) 6417 4643

Jean's Disco Club
This club lies within 'Colorful World' on Women's Street. It features a perfect combination of both the western and eastern styles and has a seating capacity of 200. Hours are 6:00pm-3:00am. Tel: (8610) 6466 9481.

Minder's Cafe
Minder's Cafe is made up of four areas with distinct styles, offering various cocktails and dishes from all over the world. Philippine band live performances. Address: No. 1 Bungalow 1# New Building, South Sanlitun Tel: (8610) 6500 6066.

Goldenstone Bar
Located inside 'Colorful World' on Women's Street, Goldstone takes on the characteristics of the American West, serving as an perfect place for those who favor American barbecue dishes! Band performance from 9pm till 1am. Tel: (8610) 8162 9733.

Les Beauty Bar
Starting this week, Les Beauty Bar is arranging a series of image design services for female customers. The first group of ladies who come can expect a free ice-cream and 20% off when consuming wines and drinks. Add: Inside Colorful World on Women's Street. TEL: (8610) 8448 9993. Reservations: 133 8106 8012

Salad Bar
Features European decorations and authentic Italian dishes. 5:00pm-8:00pm, Monday through Friday, buy one drink and get one free; 9:00pm-12:30pm - live music. Address: No. 70 Sanlitun Road. Tel: (8610) 6415 1558.

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

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.

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

Heping House
Buying drinks with different special promotions every night at the performance hall; various art and dancing performances 10pm-12:30am. Admission Cost: RMB30/woman; RMB80/man. Add: No. 3 Golden Fish Lane, Wangfujing Avenue. Reservation Hotline: (8610) 6512 3988, 6512 8833-6623

Come Bar Coffee
We offer Haite Beer promotions this month: RMB20/bottle, buy one and get one. Buy six bottles, get two snacks for free. You can apply for a special card and get 50% discount. Contact: qcxu@fm365.com; (8610) 6265 3675 Add: No. 254, Chengfu Road, Haidian District.

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Monday, August 23, 2004
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Movie: Rouge
The ghost of a 1930s courtesan wants to place a personal ad on a newspaper in order to find her beloved, 50 years after a suicide pact caused by disapproving parents. Free.
8PM. B2M, Tel: 010-64261091

Silk Road Headlines
Classical folk music with rock'n roll style. Enjoy the music in this summer night. Free.
9:30PM Nameless Highland. Tel: 010-64891613.

Western Touch
Weekly on this day Xinjiang Band Silk Road plays at Nameless Highland, bringing the rhythm of west to every attendee.
9:30PM. Nameless Highland Tel: 010-64891613

Tuesday, August 24, 2004
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The Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional) meets at the KEMPINSKI HOTEL every Tuesday at 12:30 PM. Members of the Rotary Club are from a cross-section of local businesses and professional leaders who come together for fellowship and to build lifelong friendships, promote high ethical standards in all vocations and seek personal satisfaction in providing volunteer service to others in need of help. For further information, please contact: Ms. Li Xiaohui by phone at 8610 6581 3668 or visit our website at
www. Rcbeijing.org or email us at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com. The President of the Rotary Club of Beijing (Provisional) for the year 2004 – 2005 is Mr. Mosud Mannan.”

China Chinois - Beijing
Installation exhibition by William Andersen from the States. Runs until August 31.
9AM-5PM. Pickled Art Centre. Tel: 010-84563727.

Rock'n Roll Night
British rock'n roll by Future Bicycle (Waylay Heartache). Free.
9:30PM. Nameless Highland. Tel: 010-64891613.

Percussion Concert
Featuring Carmen, African Blues, West Side Story and more. Tickets ranges from RMB10 to RMB100.
7:30PM. Forbidden City Concert Hall Tel: 010-65598285

NLP Club at Red Yard
This evening the NLP Club covers "MODELING + STORY TELLING". RMB 80.
7:30-9:30PM. Red Yard. More information via nlp@clarkmorgan.com or 010-84064760.

Wednesday, August 25, 2004
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Jessica Meider
Singer and songwriter Jessica Meider will play at CD Jazz Cafe tonight, sharing her particular brand of folk rock music with everyone who comes. Free.
9PM. CD Jazz Cafe. Tel: 010-65068288

Talk: Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism
An English introduction to the three ideologies' main thoughts and their influence on the Chinese people. RMB40 (non-members) and RMB30 (members)
7:30-9PM. Chinese Culture Club. Tel: 010-64329341. For more info, check www.chinesecultureclub.org.

Canada China Business Council Happy Hour
Spend a fun summer evening networking on the spacious patio at ALFA. Free delicious spring rolls and finger foods provided by French Vietnamese La Mission Restaurant. RMB70 and RMB50 (members)
6-9PM. Alfa. Tel: 010-64282288. Email: ccbcbj@com.cn.

Uninvited Guests Class
Uninvited Guests" - A sudden request to have dinner plans for six... at your place! Chef Dan shows you how to be prepared, act fast & look like a pro in a last minute situation. Cost: RMB250 for each person.
6:30PM Hilton Beijing. Tel: 010-58655125.

YPHH Indian Night at RAJ
Enjoy an evening with authentic Indian food in the great environment of the hutongs near Houhai. All-u-can-eat buffet incl. drinks for RMB 120 pp only. 6:30PM. RAJ. More info and reservations via http://www.yphh.com

Movie: The Actress
It tells story about Ruan Lingyu, an 1920s actress in China who later committed suicide. Directed by Stanely Kwan and starring Maggie Cheung. In Cantonese with English subtitles. 8PM. B2M Tel: 010-64261091

Thursday, August 26, 2004
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Film: Are We Men or Corporals?
This is a good film of classic satire and good old-fashioned slap-stick comedy. The ending is very realistic, however, regarding the fate of good men. In Italian with English subtitles.
7PM. Italian Embassy Cultural Office. More info via 010-65322187 or info@italcultbeijing.org

Drama: He Doesn't Have Two Wives
A man has two wives for four years, but the two wives are unaware of each other's existence. Performed By Tianjin People's Art Theatre.
7:30PM. Tianqiao Theatre Call 010-83156300 for details.

Lecture: Eye Beauty Care and the Prevention of Eye Diseases
Doctor Zhu Ping from Beijing Friendship Hospital will deliver a lecture on the prevention of eye diseases and tips of eye beauty care. Free.
9-11AM. Beijing Friendship Hospital Call 010-63014411 ext 3482 for more info.

Friday, August 27, 2004
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Drama: He Doesn't Have Two Wives
A man has two wives for four years, but the two wives are unaware of each other's existence. Performed By Tianjin People's Art Theatre.
7:30PM. Tianqiao Theatre Call 010-83156300 for details.

Green Fairy Tale Ballet Drama: Country Musician Of Bremen
Today and tomorrow. 7:30PM Century Theatre Tel: 010-64660032

Saturday , August 28, 2004
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Faye Wong Solo Concert
7:30PM. Workers' Stadium Tel: 010-65016655 ext 5033

Drama: He Doesn't Have Two Wives
A man has two wives for four years, but the two wives are unaware of each other's existence. Performed By Tianjin People's Art Theatre.
7:30PM. Tianqiao Theatre Call 010-83156300 for details.

Tour To The Summer Palace
Riding a bicycle along the ancient canal all the way from the Forbidden city to the Summer palace , even the cool and beautiful Fragrant Hills. Cost: RMB150/person.
4PM. Call Jeff at 139 11886524 for more info.

Comedy: Bride
Through September 5.
7:30PM People's Art Theatre Tel: 010-65092993

Sunday , August 29, 2004
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Drama: He Doesn't Have Two Wives
A man has two wives for four years, but the two wives are unaware of each other's existence. Performed By Tianjin People's Art Theatre.
7:30PM. Tianqiao Theatre Call 010-83156300 for details.

Chillout Weekend
Weekly on this day Cafe Sambal hosts DJs playing chillout tunes to round off your weekend. 2-10PM. August 22, Cafe Sambal TEL: (8610) 6400 4875

Reebok 8k and 2k Running Races
Chaoyang 8K Beijing. Supporting Operation Smile Charitable Organization. 9AM Opening Ceremony; 9:30AM 2K Fun Run Start; 10:30AM Main Race Start. Race registration (RMB80)includes T-shirt, cap and other goodies. For any additional information please contact: Tel: 010-85611926 Fax: 010-85613480. Email:
s2m-bj@s2mgroup.com.cn

Tuesday, August 31 - NLP Club at Red Yard, 7:30-9:30pm, RMB 80
This evening the NLP Club covers "INTRODUCTION TO HYPNOSIS". More information via nlp@clarkmorgan.com or 8406 4760.

Wednesday, September 1 - YPHH Wine Tasting (6) at Centro, 6:30-8:30pm
Everyone back from the Summer holidays? First Wednesday of the month: Wine at Centro! Since it is still warm in Beijing we have again chosen for a white grape, the Sauvignon Blanc. Expect glasses of 5 different countries of this beautiful, fruity wine. RMB 100 including snacks and live music. More info and necessary reservations via http://www.yphh.com

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