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Volume 8, issue 49 - December 13, 2004
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Exciting new posts at Beijing City International School
Primary section opening August 2005. "Excellence and enjoyment in international education." The Primary section of this new and well-equipped 3-19 years school will open in central Beijing in August 2005. The school invites applications from well qualified and experienced teachers: Deputy Principal (PYP Curriculum); English Coordinator; Mathematics Coordinator; Chinese Coordinator; Music Coordinator; Head of Language and Cultural Centre; Librarian; K-Grade 6 class teachers. Expertise in ICT, PE or Individual Needs would be particularly welcome. Generic person specifications: Excellent standard of English and a degree in education; At least two years teaching experience in a primary setting; A commitment to close teacher cooperation and collaboration; Working knowledge of the IB Curriculum desirable; A belief in parent involvement and partnership Highly efficient teaching skills. How to apply: Letters of application and CV, including two referees, should be sent as soon as possible to: Mr. Gordon Lewis, Headmaster, at:jobs@BCIS.cn or fax to: (8610) 8771 1573. The closing date for applications is 12 January 2005. Further details available on request.

Make the Leap to Demand Driven Manufacturing
Attend a free executive seminar to learn how world-class companies such as Dell, GE, Flextronics, and American Standard are driving all their manufacturing towards customer demand. The world’s no. 1 business strategy for manufacturers is coming to China. Free seminar places are available in Beijing and Shanghai. Register Now: http://www.jcit.com/seminar/china/ddm.htm

Fun and Excitement in Beijing during the Holidays
The holidays are coming and Xianzai is preparing our annual Happy Holidays Newsletter to let you know of all the fun things to do in Beijing during the Christmas, New Year, and Spring Festival Holidays. Learn about great holiday dining deals, family gift-giving specials, and more! To subscribe to this special email newsletter, please visit http://www.xianzai.cn/holidays/.

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Travel Information

Fly Northwest Airlines World Business Class to the U.S. and Canada from only RMB12,171.
The most comfortable seat in the sky - at the most affordable prices. Get on board now at nwa.com/cn or call Northwest Reservations in Beijing at (8610)6505 3505, Shanghai at (8621) 6884 6884 or Guangzhou at 40081 40081.

Discovery of California in the New Year with United
United Airlines presents you fantastic gifts in the New Year. From 1st until 31st January 2005, you can fly roundtrip Beijing to Los Angeles for just RMB4,980*. Plus you'll receive a free entrance ticket of Universal Studios Hollywood valued at RMB400 which limited quantity is available and will be given out on a first-come-first-served basis. Moreover, you can have a stop over at San Francisco for an additional RMB200 only. Another gift is one-way upgrade* to Business Class for customer who pay full fare Economy Class ('Y' Class) of Beijing - San Francisco flight in January 2005. * Seats are limited and subject to space availability at time of booking. Prices do not include taxes. Other conditions apply. For more information or reservations, please call your travel agent or United on (010) 6463-1111.

Pokhara - An Enchanted Paradise in Nepal
Pokhara, nestled in a tranquil valley surrounded by the spectacular Himalayas, is also known as the "Gateway to the World of Adventure". Its natural beauty, enhanced by the clear blue waters of Phewa Lake, and the breathtaking views of the magnificent Machhapurchre (Fish Tail) peak, make Pokhara a true paradise on Earth. From Pokhara, the way leads to the Royal Chitwan National Park, one of the best national parks in Asia, and Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Further to the North are the highest points in the Himalaya and the Tibetan Plateau. For more information on the wonders offered by Nepal, go to www.welcometonepal.com

Cebu Shangri-la Swingaround package returns!
Shangri-la's Mactan Island Resort, Philippines' largest and the most exclusive deluxe resort, gives its guest the ultimate tropical paradise vacation experince. This idyllic resort with its beautiful private beach offers an exciting range of recreation activities and superb cuisine. Book youself to the super value package tours to Cebu through Philippine Airlines. Prices start at CNY3300. For details visit www.philippineairlines.com, or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)6279 8765 FAX (021)6279 8762.

Enjoy Perfect Skiing With Tianfang Travel Service
We are one of the organizers of the 2nd "Volkswagen Cup" National Alp Ski Competition and in our special VIP ski hall, we are able to help you save time by exempting you from standing in the longqueue and we make you feel comfortable. We offer you novel polar-like ski runs, new ski equipment, super large mid-level ski runs, advanced single board ski runs and many skilled and caring skimeisters. RMB 128 per person on week days including a free ski suit and RMB 158 for a whole day skee at weekends. For more info or reservation, please call 010-66020845.

Spend A Happy Christmas & New Year In Europe
15-day Trip to 11 European countries is priced at RMB 13000/person, departing on December 20 and 31; 15-day Tour to 10 countries in Europe at RMB 13600 each person, leaving on December 21/28. 8-day Trip to four northern European countries at RMB 15800 starting on December 21 and January 15, 2005. Eight-day European Christmas and New Year Shopping Tour is strongly recommended! (RMB10800 each person departing on December 30). For more information or another routes, contact China Aviation International Travel Service at 010-84475234/84475048. Address: 16F Guohang Plaza, No. 36 Xiaoyun Road, East Third Ring, Beijing.



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Hotel Deals

Family Retreat At Grand Hyatt Beijing
Discover China's most dynamic metropolis in this Holiday Season! Located within minutes' walking distance to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, Grand Hyatt Beijing is now offering an exclusive family package. Enjoy deluxe two-bedroom accommodation, daily complimentary breakfast and access to Club Oasis, discounted massage, tour benefits and airport transportation upgrades. All comes at a special rate of RMB 1,580 per night. Offer valid from December 1st, 2004 to February 28th, 2005. Minimum stay for 2 nights. Travel with at least one child. For reservation, please call directly at (8610) 85181234. Offer code: FPC1.

Great Rates. Great Rewards. Great Reasons to Stay At Hilton
Rates from as low as USD 60. Complimentary breakfast. Late check-out until 4 pm. And free dinner for the kids! Our Great Asia Deals gives you a host of reasons to book your room today at 5 locations all over China from 01 December 2004 to 28 February 2005. There's never been a better time to stay at Hilton. Hilton Beijing from USD 109, Hilton Chongqing from USD 60, Hilton Nanjing from RMB 530, Hilton Shanghai from USD 129, Hilton Shenzhen from RMB 688. Book now. Visit www.hilton.com/AsiaDeals or call toll-free and request Plan Code AJ. PR China - 800 820 0600 Hong Kong - 800 96 8391.

Christmas Package RMB2658 At Holiday Inn Yalong Bay
* Two nights stay for double occupancy * Two nights accommodation in Superior Ocean View room * Daily buffet breakfast for two at the Cafe * Gala Dinner Buffet for two at Banquet Hall on Christmas Eve (24 Dec,04) * Lucky draw * Special Christmas Gift * One bottle of Red Wine set up in room upon arrival * One way Airport Pick Up From Sanya Phoenix Airport To Hotel * Validity Date: December 24 to December 25, 2004. ** New Year Package RMB2658 up. Please call (0898) 8856 5666-7103 for detail. E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

Tropical Winter in Sheraton Sanya
Rates starting from Deluxe Seaview Room at USD 201/night. Be different and enjoy the sunny days during this winter with your friends and family. White sandy beaches, warm sun on your face, plam trees gently swaying in the breeze while enjoying an ice cold drink will guarantee you an unusual Tropical Winter Experience with Blue Seaview. Please visit www.sheraton.com/sanya and view Special Offers for reservation, phone (86) (898) 8855 8239 or email: sanya.res@sheraton.comFor Full Package details please
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Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort
Celebrate Christmas and New Year's in style at the Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort in Xiamen. Two exciting packages to select from for a-3 days 2 nights stay. Christmas Eve package includes 2 nights accommodation with breakfast, roundtrip airport transfers, welcome drink and fruit, Christmas Eve dinner and Hotspring ticket at RMB1788 for 2 persons. New Year's Eve package is similar to the above at RMB1688 for 2 persons. Prices are subject to 4% tax. For more details, please visit our website at www.riyuegu.com. For reservations, please feel free to contact us at (0592) 631 2222, by fax at (0592) 631 9222 or by email at sales@riyuegu.com

Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing - Winter Package
A 4-star hotel is fully owned and managed by Rosedale Hotel Management Limited. Within 15 - 20 minutes drive to China International Exhibition Center, city center and Beijing International Airport, adjourning to Lido Shopping and Entertainment Center. 428-guest room with full garden view; Superior room at USD 75 including one person buffet breakfast, subject to 15% service charge, free use of Board Brand Internet access. Please call our Reservation Hotline Number (86 10) 6436 1805 or e-mail: resv@rosedalebj.com for room reservation. Hotel website: www.rosedalebj.com

 

Education

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.

Australian International School Beijing (AISB)
AISB is the only school in China teaching an Australian Education Curriculum to students in Years 1 - 7. We offer a comprehensive ESL Immersion Programme for non-native English speakers. (We offer a high student to teacher ratio. Facilities include, four basketball courts, two tennis courts, a 400 metre professional running track, and a football field.) We boast the largest International campus in Beijing. AISB offer a comprehensive Mandarin Programme for students in all primary year levels. We also provide Academic Scholarships for the upcoming term. Website: www.aisb.cn Tel: 010-84394315/16 email: xujing@aisb.cn


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Relocations

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 Good Luck Home Moving Service
A professional home moving establishment that enjoys high reputation in Beijing. RMB 160 starting price for enterprise clients, and RMB 150 for individuals. Additional RMB 4 charged for each km beyond 10km distance. RMB 10 charged for buildings without an elevator. RMB 30-50 for safe of different sizes, RMB 20-50 for large particles like 24-inch and larger TV, air-conditioners, and 200L refrigerators, computers and washing machines. Tel: 010-64810208

Beijing Qianxi Relocation Service
A well-known home moving company with about 100 vehicles and nearly 2000-square-meter parking place. RMB 150 starting price within third ring road and RMB 120 beyond the third ring road; RMB 10 for each flight of stair, RMB 20-100 insurance fee for large home appliance such as computers, TV and safe and fragile things etc. RMB 200 for dismantling/installing air conditioners. Address: No. 45, Yongding Road, Haidian District Beijing. Tel: 010-68285219/68388833 Fax:010-66850373 Email: handehai3610@126.com

Today Home Moving
Established in 1992, Today is a professional company engaged in relocation service. Major services include furniture, exhibition and performance equipment transit, furniture and air conditioner cleaning, repairing, installing and dismantling, and precious articles packaging. RMB 180 for company clients and RMB 160 for individual clients. RMB 20-100 charged for each piece of precious furniture such as computer, photocopier, piano and fragile things. RMB 40/hour for manual labour. Besides, they have 50*40*40 cardboard box at RMB 10 each. Tel: 010-64686863 (San Yuan Qiao), 010-88452679 (Xi Si Huan), 010-68452212 (Zi Zhu Qiao) Email: chk@vip.sina.com


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Health & Fitness
Su Fei Ni Ni Girl's Fitness Center
Chief services include Yoga and Shaping. Featuring service that integrates yoga, ballet with classic Chinese dance, which is said to have four major functions, namely, recuperating, poison discharing, weight-losing and beauty, and as a result, help building body and culturing characters. Price (Yoga) RMB 380/month (8 times within 35 days), RMB 900/quarter. RMB 1600/six months. RMB 2800/year. Address: 150 meters East to Dangdai Shopping Mall, Haidian District. Tel: 010-62569728

Beautiful Angel Fitness Club
Beautiful Angel is committed to providing Yoga, Shaping, ballet and latin dance to young white collars and celebrities alike. RMB 350/8 times, RMB 930/24 times; RMB 1680/38 times; RMB 2980/year. Address: Tower A, #201 Building, Datun Huizongli, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-64949430

Doushiyage Men's Skin Beauty Salon
Doushiyage Men's Skin Beauty Salon mainly serves weary male white collar group in the city. Their service consists of two parts-beauty and skin care. Most beauty products are introduced from Japan. And the salon is best known for health care through TCM. There are also special service like SPA fragrance smoking, liver caring with Hawaii hot stone etc. Special price for SPA is RMB 199 now. (Original RMB 849). Address: 30B, Zijing House, NO. 30, Dong San Huan Bei Lu, Chaoyang District. Tel: 010-85965802

 

 

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Job Vacancy At AmCham-China
Position Description: The Director of Programs and Services is a full-time position with primary responsibility for developing speaker programs at AmCham. This entails developing the program idea and recruiting speakers not ordinarily accessible to the membership. In many instances, speakers will be Chinese government and business leaders. The Director will manage a staff. The Director also will oversee key member benefit programs which AmCham offers its membership. These include the business visa, health insurance, and business briefing services. The Director will be expected to enhance and further develop these services. *Qualifications: Applicants should be experienced at program planning and be able provide a record of past successes which reflect a creative ability. Previous staff managerial experience, superb organizational skills, and familiarity with China's commercial issues are all required. Working knowledge of Mandarin preferred, but not essential. Competitive salary plus performance bonus. E-mail: lilyw@amcham-china.org.cn

Job Vacancy At The British Embassy Beijing
Position: Management Assistant (Finance) - Open only to qualified expatriates. Main purpose of job: To perform general administrative duties including accounts work, maintaining records, dealing with routine correspondence and handling general enquiries. For more details, please see British Embassy website: www.uk.cn. Deadline for receipt of application is 17 December 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: Jobapplications.beijing@fco.gov.uk

Guidebook Contributors Wanted
Guidebook contributors wanted for the overhaul of a set of existing China travel information and the update the printed version of a major China guide. Payment for updating is always modest, and this work will typically suit foreigners already in China who are able to spend at least four to six weeks on the road early next year. Submission deadlines for different sections of the work range from early March to early June 2005. Applicants MUST be native English speakers with some command of written and spoken Mandarin. At least several months of residence in China and experience of China travel preferred. Specialist knowledge of any aspect of China a plus. Please write promptly to Peter Neville-Hadley at "pnhpublic at shaw dot ca" (subject line: CHINA UPDATE) with details of residence and employment in China, travel experience, Mandarin language ability, other specialist knowledge, and previous experience of writing for publication (if any)

Seeking Senior Manager
LehmanBrown International Accountants is currently seeking a Senior Manager for its Beijing Office. LehmanBrown provides "whole of life" accounting and business advisory services to both international and local clients and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment. To succeed you should a qualified accountant with at least 8 years experience of which at least 4 with the Big 4 in audit, be familiar with IAS, PRC GAAP and US GAAP and Chinese tax laws and be able to communicate effectively in English and Chinese. Interested parties should send their CV to: hongkongcareer@lehmanbrown.com

English Teachers Wanted At Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz is looking for enthusiastic teachers of English. Your students will be from multinational corporations. Part-time and full-time positions available immediately. Must be native English speaker and degree holder. Training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn

 

Classifieds

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.

Do you need a Santa or birthday clown for a party this season?
Services include: magic show, Santa gift giving, Face painting, Fully edited DVD of the party, games, Prize bags, sing-a-longs, treasure hunts and much more! Pls tell your friends!!! Keep smiling, and have the best holiday ever! Mr. Magic 13910626059 parsons59@yahoo.com

 

Services

NICS Is Your Beijing Computer Support Partner!
NICS provides Secure E-mail, Website and Server hosting, Structured Cabling, Network Implementation and Support Solutions. NICS is an IT Labour Outsourcing and Project Management firm. For further details call, Shanghai (021) 6213-1709, Beijing (010) 6568-0876 or e-mail sales@nics.com.cn or http://www.nics.com.cn

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management: Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

Kbrother Translation
Jointly established by a group of young peole with overseas educational background. Currently, they have more than 20 profesional translators and interpretors who work full time to provide translation services in totally 42 languages. They are adept at translating files of different speciality, ranging from finance, trade, law, aviation to architecture, medicine, chemistry and biology. RMB 120 per thousand words for text less than 100000 words; RMB 110 for text with RMB 100000-500000 words. RMB 100 for text with more than 500000 words. (word number is caculated by Microsoft Word). Additional fee charged for a required special design. Tel:010-65867491 65867492 E-mail:bj@kbrother.com

Beijing Jing Ming Law Firm
Established in 1995, the Firm has a team of legal professionals who are both innovative and proficient in English. So far, its services have extended to almost all legal aspects of China, with its clients spreading across the country. And it has dealt with more than one thousand cases in Chinese mainland. Address: Rm 601, Block C, International Harbor, No. 2, Dong San Huan Bei Lu, Chaoyang District Beijing. Postcode: 100027 24-hour hotline:010-51665109 fax:010-84470200 E-mail:dm@diamondlawyers.com

Chang'an Notary Office
Originally called State Notary Office of the People's Republic of China. It was established in February 1993 and has been enjoying a high reputation among the public with its success in dealing with many a number of large and complicated notary affairs. Fees charged for notarizing corporate certificates is based on the overall cost of the document involved. Generally, it costs RMB 500 for corporate charter, resolution and commission letter etc. Address: 715-719, Beihai Wan Tai Building, No. 6 Chaoyang Men Bei Da Jie, Beijing. Tel: 010-65544467/68/69/70/71/72/73

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Community Announcements

YPHHYPHH 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. Dec 15 - YPHH Happy Hour at W Bar & Restaurant, 6:30pm, free
Swedish W Bar and Restaurant on the location of the old Brazilian BBQ in Sth Sanlitun is the hosting venue for the December Happy Hour. Free beers for the first people through the door and standard YPHH prices for beers and mix drinks. A Special Cocktail for RMB 25 and food available. Lucky Draw with Evolution Fitness and Links Relocations. Bring name cards for the Happy Networking. More info via http://www.yphh.com

Winter Indoor Soccer Coaching Courses at the ISB Soccer Academy- the course begins in the week of the 17th January. Classes are coached by ClubFootball's FA-qualified coaches and are open to kids from ages 4 to 18 from all schools in Beijing. For course information, please see www.clubfootball.com.cn, or to receive materials by E-mail please call 6417 0495 or mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com. Places are limited so please register asap!"

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 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 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

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 language international church for foreign passport holders. Sundays 10:00 a.m., at East Lake Garden Villa, their Clubhouse, 3rd Fl Conference Rooms. Experience worship with abandonment; the Word taught with relevance; and personal Prayer Ministry times. At The River, His presence changes lives! Location: East Lake Garden Villa/Dong Hu Bie Shu, on Dong Zhr Men Wai Jie/Street, 300 meters west of the Canadian and Austalian Embassies. At the Clubhouse, adjacent to the classical Chinese gateway entrance, take the elevator to the 3rd floor conference rooms. 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.

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

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Extracurricular Works Of Beijing Undergraduates (December 13-15)
China Architecture Culture Center Exhibition Hal Tel: 010-88082118

Inner Mongolia Cashmere & Clothing Exhibition (December 16-30)
China Architecture Culture Center Exhibition Hal Tel: 010-88082118

Wang Junying's Works (Through December 15)
Oil painting of this woman artist who has been residing and painting in France.
Hui Gu Gen Yuan San He Art Center Tel: 010-86597749

Contaminated Lives (December 15)
Photos showing people suffering a chemical leak.
798 Photo Gallery Tel: 010-64381784

Feminine Soul (December 1-15)
Oil paintings depicting different classes of women in modern urban cities.
Qin Gallery Tel: 010-87790458/61

Realm of the Heart II (December 4-16)
Woodcutting works by an undergraduate of the Central Academy of Fine Arts.
Beijing New Millennium Art Gallery Tel: 010-84536193

Contemporary Woodcuts Show (Through December 20)
Art Now Gallery Tel: 010-65511632

Performance Art (Through December 24)
Photographic exhibition of performance art realized in the 798 Factory
Thinking Hands Tel: 010-64379737

Paintings From Holland (December 4-29)
Pickled Art Centre Tel: 010-64327590

Contemporary & Traditional Chinese Painting (December 5-25)
Featuring works by thirty recognized contemporary traditional Chinese painters.
New Art Center Tel: 010-65289103

Winter at Art Seasons II (December 4-February 5, 2004)
Fresh oil paintings by 14 contemporary young artists.
China Art Seasons Tel: 010-64311900

French Art (Through December 17)
Imagine Gallery Call 010-64385747 or visit www.imagine-gallery.com for more info.

The Underwater World (Through December 30)
The two artists explore the feeling of people underwater.
La Gallery Beijing Tel: 010-65265045

Joint Exhibition (November 20-December 30)
Works of Mo Gen and Chen Liu are on display.
Zi Jin Xuan Gallery Tel: 010-65265045

Charles de Gaulle Life Show (October 1- December 30)
China Millennium Monument Art Hall Tel: 010-68513322

 

 

Dining Out

Holiday Season Celebration At Grand Hyatt Beijing
White Christmas 2004 at Grand Ballroom. Serenade yourself throughout this most magical of nights with live music from The Blend! Feast on a deluxe buffet replete with the finest cuisines and win great lucky draw prizes. Indulge in an endless night of joy and celebration! Rmb 1,688 nett with cocktails starting at 6:30pm. Limited tickets available. All celebrated restaurants will feature special menus, also on offer are festive goodies at The Patisserie and accommodation packages. For more information, please call (8610) 85181234.

Jianguo Hotel Beijing
Come and enjoy a Parisian Christmas in Justine's the most famous French restaurant in Beijing, with a sumptuous 6-course set Dinner for only RMB 1990.00 featuring Lobster and Kobe Beef as Main Course served with free flow of imported wine, soft drinks, juices and beer. As a background you will be able to listen to live classical music at the beginning of your evening followed by live Jazz music. *Formal dress required. Date: Friday, December 24th 2004. Price: RMB 1990.00 net per person. Tel. (8610) 6500 2233 ext. 8076.

Christmas Celebrations at the Capital Hotel
We invite you to join in this festive evening of fun, live entertainment and party novelties. Super lucky draw prizes are waiting to be won at the Gala Party! For dining, you will have a choice of buffet with traditional Christmas specialties & Eastern delights at RMB888 or a set dinner of 6-course at RMB1280. Both rates include free flow of red wine, soft drinks, festival gifts and Gala Party. Venue: Hotel Lobby for Gala Party; Four Seasons Restaurant & Coffee House for buffet; Capital Vigor Abalone Restaurant for set dinner. Time: 18:30 - 20:30 for dining; 20:30 - 24:00 for Gala Party. For reservations, please dial: (8610) 6512 9988–3104/3897.

Christmas Eve Dinner
Sampan Christmas Buffet Dinner RMB200/person (minimum 80 person). Lobby Lounge RMB388/person (Buffet Dinner with Christmas Gift). Atrium Cafe RMB488/ person (Buffet Dinner with Christmas Gift). Sports City Cafe RMB988/person (Gourmet Buffet Dinner with Christmas Gift). Christmas Eve Package: 1. Sparkling Package RMB2,005 net(Dinner for Two at Sports City Cafe/One night accommodation in Deluxe Rooms with Breakfast on Christmas Eve) 2.Joyful Package RMB1,288 net(Dinner for Two at Atrium Cafe/One night accommodation in Deluxe Rooms with Breakfast on Christmas Eve). Reservations please call: 010-65158855 ext. 2193/2181.

Around the world in 4 hours — 2004 Tianlun Dynasty Hotel Theme Christmas Party
December 24, Four hours trip crossing the time and space including games of warriors, superior treasures … You will find out nine countries’ legend, arts, history, civilization… RMB1988 / person or RMB2588 / person(VIP). From December 1-30 ( exclude December 24 and 31 ), luxury buffet promotion in Tianlun Plaza for RMB158 / person(exclusive of Sat.); RMB188 / person for Saturday(inclusive of Live concert ). Tel: 010-65138888. ext. 8077 / 8223

Xmas Gala Party at Wangfujing Grand Hotel
Two theme Christmas parties featuring "Fairyland Under The Moon" and "One Night Around The World" will be staged at Wangfujing Grand Hotel 19:00-24:00 on 24th December, 2004. Sumptuous gala buffet dinner followed by exciting performances and exceptional lucky-draw prizes only at RMB988 net per person. RMB428 net per person for Coffee Shop dinner with live band music and RMB688 net for two persons for the candle-lit set dinner at Roma Garden. A night not to be missed! For more details, please visit www.wangfujinghotel.com

Hilton Beijing
Christmas Eve at the Ming - Party Time! With stage show, lucky draw,wines, turkey, puddings, singing, - This is the key event on the Hilton Christmas Calendar. Treat yours