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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

International School of Beijing has openings for current year and 2005-2006, please visit our website at www.isb.bj.edu.cn/employment.html for details.

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)

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

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. Price starts from RMB4200 including installation. Please contact Michael, E-mail: inlainse@sohu.com

Local NGO Urgently Needs Computer
People LINK, a small local non-profit organization providing social work services (including supporting other NGOs with professional consulting and training), is desperately in need of a decent computer. We need to go online, plus use all the usual Office software. If you can help us out, either with a new or used donation, or if you have any enquiries, please contact: link_beijing@yahoo.co.uk or Tel: 010-62062348.

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

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

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

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

"Christmas Eve Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols" at Congregation of the Good Shepherd, 8:00 on December 24th at Capital Mansion Athletic Center, 3rd floor. Go to the back of Capital Mansion and walk along the canal to the gate on the right. Visit our website www.goodshepherdcongregation.com for map. According to regulations, Foreign Passport Holders only.

BJU Charity New Toy / Clothing Drive
If you want happiness for a Lifetime - help someone else! Date: December 1-31, 2004. Location: Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics, Lobby. No. 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang District. Benefiting: Jiaozuo Orphanage; Bethel Foster Home; Blue Sky Foster Home. Children's Wish List: Shape sorters, Coloring books, CDs and Cassette Tapes (for English learning), Blocks, Tricycles, Soft rubber balls. For more information please contact Gina Gu gu.gang@ufh.com.cn (8610) 6433 3962 ext. 389.

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

Mutli-media Exhibition (December 18-30)
Features paintings, cartoons, installation, video and sculpture.
Ti'an Centre Call 010-84564523 for more info.

"Smoke-like" Youth (December 22-23)
Oil painting by He Sen.
Art Now Gallery Tel: 010-65511632.

Colorful Pearl & Emerald From Yunnan (Through February 26, 2005)
Beijing Qi Cai Yunnan Jade & Jewellery Mall. Address: No. 26 Yuetai North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing. Tel: 010-58566060

Beijing Winter Real Estate Fair 2004 (December 18-21)
China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall Tel: 010-65052288#86780

Beijing Winter Book Fair (December 24-January 4)
Ditan Park Tel: 010-64214657

First Mobile Phone Exhibition (December 19-23)
Beijing International Conference Center Tel: 010-84980246

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

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

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

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.

Enjoy white Christmas at Central Garden Hotel on December 24, 2004
Super-value luxury Christmas buffet offered at the Quick & Easy Cafe at 18:20-20:00, December 24.It includes over 30 courses of cold and hot dishes, salads and sweeties plus free flow of wine, beer and soft drinks. "Have a Good Time Together With People from All Over the World" themed Christmas Party starts at 20:00 performing by international actors, which brings you to experience the folk charms of the "Snow World" at Central Garden Function Hall. RMB20, 000 valued of prizes are available for Lucky Drew winners. Tickets: RMB688 (Adult), RMB988 (VIP), RMB350 (child under 1.2 meters). For more info or reservations, please contact (8610) 5156 8888 ext.191.

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

Days Hotel & Suites Beijing
*Christmas Eve on December 24th, 2004: Grand Ball Room "Aegean Sea, Greece Breeze" - Christmas Eve Supreme Seafood Buffet. Singing and dancing, acrobatics, magic and so on. 18:30pm-midnight. RMB 568 net per person; RMB 298 for each child under 1.2m, children are not eligible for lucky draw, an exquisite gift will be given. Cafe Restaurant Super Seafood Buffet: 18:30pm-23:00pm RMB 288 net per person, RMB 148 for each child under 1.2m. *Christmas Day on December 25th: Cafe Restaurant, 11:00am-14:30pm RMB 118+15% per person, inclusive of one glass of champagne. For more information or reservation, please call: (8610) 6773 1234-X'mas Boutique.

An Unforgettable Celebration
For a truly unforgettable occasion, the Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center is delighted to offer you the perfect destination, a choice of tempting cuisine from traditional to modern menus and sparkling entertainment. Lean back and enjoy a hassle free celebration, Simply rely on us as your Christmas Party Planner to take care of all those important details that guarantee your Christmas party will be a truly memorable event. For all enquiries or bookings, please contact our Christmas Sales Office under: (8610) 6465 3388 extensions 4180 or 4129.

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.

A Very Special Christmas at The St. Regis Beijing
Spend over RMB500 in any of our outlets, and you are entitled to a one-night stay in a Statesman Suite including a daily buffet breakfast for two for only RMB888.00.Offer is valid from December 24th, 2004 to January 1st, 2005. Reservations at (8610) 6460 6688 ext. 2320 /2321 /2322 /2323.

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.

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 yourself to the ultimate buffet with unlimited local wines, beer and soft drinks. Tickets start from RMB888 to RMB1,588. *New Year's Eve Dinner under the Stars of the Giant Christmas Tree! Invite the year of the Rooster with a buffet dinner, unlimited selected imported wines & beers. Stage show all night long from 20:00. Seats are priced at RMB499 per person. For more information or reservations, please call 010 5865

Joyful Celebrations at Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing
The essence of Christmas, the joy, harmony and celebration is stirring at Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing. Festive buffets or a la carte are available in our Cafe Cha, Shang Palace, Nishimura, newly renovated Grand Ballroom or The Event Centre. The art of celebration is further perfected at the Hotel with its New Year's Eve merriment and the morning after brunch. Pick one that suits your style and party your way into the New Year 2005! For enquiry or reservations, please contact our hotline on (8610) 6841 0013, 6841 2211 ext. 2888 or visit our website www.shangrilaxmas.com

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

Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing
Invites your friends or family to Rosedale Hotel & Suites Beijing on X'mas Eve, enjoy our specialty X'mas Buffet Dinner at Cafe California, Santa Claus, live piano music and choir will accompanying you throughout the dinner, X'mas gift and many more... adult at RMB198, child at RMB99, subject to 15%service charge. Group of 10 persons or 20 persons will enjoy a 10-15% discount offer. Please call us at tel: (8610) 6436 2288-2617 to reserve your ticket. Company Annual Dinner at our beautifully appointed Grand Ballroom and private function rooms are available from 10-200 persons with KARAOKE. For inquiry, please call Julie Yu at (8610) 6436 2288-2817.

Grand Banquet For Wine & Meat Heroes At A Fun Ti's 2004 Christmas Party
Time: 18:00PM till late, December 24, 2004. Venue: A Fun Ti Hometown Music Restaurant. Price: RMB 298 per person including food, drinks, fun and entertainment etc. Food on offer: Luxurious Xinjiang flavor barbecue & grand banquet. Drinks on offer: Afunti's specially brewn Christmas red wine, various distilled spirits etc and various activities. Exciting prizes. Hotline: (8610) 6527 2288; 6525 1071; 6525 1545.

Zone de Confort
To celebrate this joyful season, Zone de Confort has created an interesting menu to treat you, and your family. Follow our theme of Creative Fusion Cuisine, we developed a new combination of French mixed with Japanese and Asian food to seduce your taste bud. 4 salads, 2 warm starters, 2 main dishes and 3 desserts only RMB388/person. Reservation call (8610) 6500 8070.

Bar Blu
Book Your Christmas Party Today! Contact us now to get a great deal on a Christmas and New Year to remember. Our massively popular western menu is available from 12 noon - late daily try the all day breakfast, rumoured to be the best in town! The famous, exclusive, "Happy Hour Game" is now available 17:00-21:00 every day of the week, guaranteed winner every time! Get your team together to battle it out in the Quiz Night every Wednesday from 8pm or pop in Friday & Saturday for DECADES, the best hits from the 70's, 80's & 90's with resident and guest DJ's from around the world every week! TEL: (010) 6416 7567 or 13522268845 Email: info@barblu.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

Sanlitun:

Swallowtail Butterfly Thai Restaurant and Bar
On 24th December, the Christmas Eve Dinner as well as songs and dance show are waiting for you. Reservation needed Swallowtail Butterfly Thai restaurant. Hotline: (8610) 6502 5188/5122. Add: No. 58 A, Sanlitun South Road.

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. 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

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

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

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

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.

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

Chaoyang Park:

MUSE
MUSE represents the marriage of French atmosphere and Vietnamese cuisine. Available are imperial rolls and nems, used as appetizers to beef-onion soups, rice noodles... all for reasonable prices. Add: No. 1 Agricultural Convention S. Road, Chaoyang Park West Gate. Tel: (8610) 6586 3188

Haidian:

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.

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

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.

Nuren Jie:

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

HouHai:

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

Double Bay
Luck Draw at Christmas Eve Party; Prizes include color TV, home appliance and other delicate gifts. There is also exciting live performance with abounding programs. No minimum consumption required. Address: No. 7, He Hua Market, Di'an Men Beijing. TEL: (8610) 6617 1267.

Other:

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.

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
Christmas Bargain Sale:1. Offering exquisite Christmas gift to those who spend RMB 80 here in the same day; 2. Wonderful Christmas party (singings, hot dancing, magic and Saxophone) and lucky draw. Date: December 24. Ticket: RMB 298 each includes a cup of beverage and midnight snack. Advanced ticket buying and reservation required. Address: S-06-04 Sohu, No. 88 Jianguo Lu. TEL: (8610) 8580 1360

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Mudang (December 20-26)
A flick about shamans in South Korea.
Cui Guo Bar 3PM, 8PM. Tel: 010-62359559

Kung Fu (December 23-31)
Hong Kong comedy king Stephen Chow's latest work.
At cinemas across town.
Capital Cinema 010-66079499
Dahua Cinema 010-65274420
Daguanlou Cinema 010-63030551
Dizhi Cinema 010-66168376
Guang An Men Cinema 010-63522713
Honglou Cinema 010-66051908
Wudaokou Cinema 010-62313624
Yingxie Cinema 010-64207759
Ziguang Cinema 010-65003868
Chang Hong Cinema 010-64042159

Ballet - Sylvia (December 21-22)
Romantic ballet performed by Chinese and French dancers. Tickets ranges from RMB 100-680.
Poly Theater, 7:30PM, today and tomorrow. Tel: 010-65001188 ext 5126.

Ballet: Carmen (December 23-25)
Tianqiao Theater 7:30PM. Through December 25. Tel: 010-83156300

Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern (December 24-25)
Poly Theater 7:30PM. Today and Tomorrow. Tel: 010-65001188 ext 5126

Snow Wolf Lake (December 24-January 1)
By Hong Kong pop singer Jacky Cheung.
Capital Gymnasium 7:30PM. Tel: 010-68335552

Drama: Temporary Residence Card (December 13-26)
People's Art Theatre 7:30PM. For more info or ticket, call 010-65250123

New Year Celebration Comedy: Cui Hua-Happy Six People (December 9-26)
Chang'an Grand Theatre 7:30PM. Tel: 010-83156300

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

ClubLook
Every day from 2AM on, Kami Kase RMB5/T, Sex on the Beach RMB10/T, B52 RMB20/S, Carlsberg Chill RMB20/Bot, Carcardi Breezer RMB 30 per bottle, buy one get one free. Free entry after 2AM at weekend. Address: NO. 4 Gong Ti Bei Lu, TEL: (8610) 6506 6770.

Sanlitun:

Bar Blu
Book Your Christmas Party Today! Contact us now to get a great deal on a Christmas and New Year to remember. Our massively popular western menu is available from 12noon - late daily try the all day breakfast, rumoured to be the best in town! The famous, exclusive, "Happy Hour Game" is now available 17:00-21:00 every day of the week, guaranteed winner every time! Get your team together to battle it out in the Quiz Night every Wednesday from 8pm or pop in Friday & Saturday for DECADES, the best hits from the 70's, 80's & 90's with resident and guest DJ's from around the world every week! Tel: (010) 6416 7567 or 13522268845 Email: info@barblu.cn

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

Alfa
Combine French dishes with different drinks, suitable for holding various parties and grand events. Thursday-Martini Night: all Martini sold at RMB30/glass. Sunday-"Weekend School": barbecue party in Alfa's courtyard, RMB60 per person including soft drinks and juices. Add: No. 6 Xing Fu Yi Cun. TEL: (8610) 6413 0085.

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.

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.

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.

Haidian:

Floating Isle Bar
A series of special promotions offered for this month. Six bottles of Tsingdao beers sold at RMB130 instead of RMB150; Other beers buy six and get two for free; Budweiser lucky draw …. If you read this info from Xianzai.com, you are privileged to a 20% discount for wines and drinks. Add: No. 240 Lanqiying, Chengfu Road, Haidian Dist. TEL: (8610) 6265 3177.

Luck Bar
An Euramerican style dreamland that combines beer, coffee and music. Live band performance at 9:30pm-12:00pm every night. This month they offer 30% discount wines and drinks, and 15% off for assorted fruit ordered. Runs at 2:00pm-2:00am. Add: No. 224, Chengfu Road, Haidian Dist. TEL: (8610) 6265 1187.

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.

Nuren Jie:

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.

Jean's Disco Club
Christmas Party features live performance by two overseas DJs and big Luck Draw. Ticket: RMB 50 each person covers special drinks and other surprises! Address: Inside Qi Cai Da Shi Jie on Women's Street. TEL: (8610) 6466 9481 /13031174090. Email:jean_s@126.com

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

HouHai:

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

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

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

Other:

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

Monday, December 20, 2004

Lush Cinemas
Every Monday Lush shows both classic and modern masterpieces on its big projector screen. Accompanying that are dinner and various drinks.
Lush. 8PM. Tel: 010-82863566

New Standard English
A kid show on CETV 1. 10PM-3PM. Monday through Thursday.

Tuesday, December 21, 2004

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.”

Ballet: Sylvia
Romantic ballet performed by Chinese and French dancers. Tickets ranges from RMB 100-680.
Poly Theater, 7:30PM, today and tomorrow. Tel: 010-65001188 ext 5126

Happy Night
Bar Blu. Lasts all night. For more info, call 010-64167567

Wednesday, December 22, 2004

Christopher Lawrence
DJ Magazine's No. 7 DJ in the world comes to Beijing for his tour to promote his new album, All or Nothing.
Dpower, 10PM. Tel: 010-84470666

X'Mas Music Week
Mix 8PM-2AM Tel: 010-65302889/ 65302689

Thursday, December 23, 2004

Ballet: Carmen
Tianqiao Theater 7:30PM. Through December 25. Tel: 010-83156300

Jazz Night
CD Jazz Cafe 9PM. Tel: 010-65068288

Model Dancing
Vics 9PM. Tel: 010-65936215

Martini Thursday
A variety of new martinis on offer.
Alfa 9PM. Tel: 010-64130086

Friday, December 24, 2004

Chicago
In 1929 Chicago, an era of crooked officials and tabloid scandals soaked in bathtub gin, a former would-be chorus girl turned accused murderess schemes to parlay her sudden notoriety into, at last, vaudeville celebrity. Tickets range from RMB380 to RMB2380.
Great Hall of the People, 7:30PM, Tel: 010-66081188.

Christmas Party
Santa Claus sends gifts to every one who comes. RMB100 per person covers drinks and snacks. Club Nu & You. Call 138 10284747 for more info.

True Music For Christmas
A gathering of like minded people dedicated to the underground sound, fueled by absinth and other Christmas flavored concoctions.
Yugong Yishan. 8PM. Tel: 010-64150687

Dick and Cowboy
Christmas carnival featuring Taiwanese Dick and Cowboy and mainland comedian Yang Shaohua.
Sun Club, No. 57 Wangfujing Street. 7PM. Call 010-66050929 for tickets.

Rock Around The Christmas tree
With brand new venue and a band group of various styles. Ticket at RMB40.
13 Club, #161 Chengfu Lu, Lanqi Ling HaiDian District 8:30PM. Tel: 010-81126597

Live Christmas Show
A 2-day rock and roll in celebration of Christmas. RMB60 for a single day and RMB100 for both day combined. Nameless Highland. 9PM. Tel: 010-6489161

Feast & Enjoyment @ Christmas Eve
The venue is arranged in the way holiday is usually like. They also offer lucky draws and sumputous dinner at RMB688.
Le Quai. 6PM. Tel: 010-65511626

Passionate Christmas
Alfa 9PM. Tel: 010-64130086

Peace Christmas
New Get Lucky 10:30PM Tel: 010-84483335

Sun Nan Solo Concert
Capital Gym. Today and tomorrow. Tel: 010-68335552

Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern
Poly Theater 7:30PM. Today and Tomorrow. Tel: 010-65001188 ext 5126

Saturday, December 25, 2004

Christmas Carol
Forbidden City Music Hall 7:30PM, today and tomorrow. Tel: 010-65598285

Ladies Night
Bar Blue 8PM. Tel: 010-64167567

Sunday , December 26, 2004

Hu Tao Jia Zi
By Russian State Ballet Groupe.
Beizhan Theatre 7:30PM Tel: 010-68354455

Concert On World Famous Songs & Chef-d'oeuvre
Tickets at RMB80, 120, 180, 280, 380.
State Library Music Hall 7:30PM. Tel: 010-62101991

Wind Of Tango
British idol-"Six People" will come.
Forbidden City Music Hall Tel: 010-65598285

Wednesday, December 29 - YPHH Year Party, 6:30pm
We'll off you something special on the last Wednesday of the year. Come to check what it is. For details, visit http://www.yphh.com.

Jonathan Lee & Walkin Chaw Concert
RMB 280-1000.
Workers' Stadium. 7:30PM. December 31. Tel: 010-65016655

Carnival On Sea
A New Year celebration party.
Beijing Sea World. December 31. Tel: 010-83156358

Fried Dough Twist II
Haidian Theatre December 31-January 9 Tel: 010-62546839/62555898

Ballet: A Tribute
Polly Theatre January 3-4 Tel: 010-65001188 ext 5126

New Year Concert
The Great Hall of the People. December 31. Tel: 010-66064705

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