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Senior Project Manager Wanted At Universal Ideas Consultants
Universal Ideas Consultants (UI) is a management-consulting firm with a demonstrated specialization in the education and training sector in China. UI represents the RUTGERS (www.rutgers.cn) International Executive MBA & Training Programs in China, the first choice MBA program in China for expatriates, overseas Chinese and returning PRC nationals. Our team is looking for a Senior Project Manager to assume marketing responsibilities for the Rutgers EMBA program in Beijing. *Qualifications required: Preferably a degree in business or Marketing from a reputable university; Minimum 7 years working experience with 2 or more years overseas; Minimum 2 years working experience in China; Fluency in Mandarin will be a bonus. Fluency in English is essential; Experience in managing projects and strong presentation skills are necessary; A positive attitude with an interest in networking with the Beijing expatriate and foreign enterprises community is important. Applications by email to: sherril@uichina.com

Freelance Writer Wanted At Universal Ideas Consultants
We are also seeking a Freelance Writer for a Training Research Project. *Qualifications required: Excellent English writing skill; Can communicate in Chinese; Have the common sense about Training and some background business management skills are preferred; Familiar with the survey-report process, marketing analysis background is preferred; Guarantee at least 15 hours per week in office; Project around 1-2 month. Please send applications to: isabella@uichina.com

Properties Manager Wanted At WAB
Western Academy of Beijing is seeking a highly motivated and committed Properties Manager to join our dynamic management team. This is a highly demanding position, maintaining our world class facilities which are set to double in size in the coming 18 months. The successful candidate should have proven experience in a complex properties management environment and have a strong service orientation. Job Description is available on request from HR Department (8610) 8456 4155 ext 1061. Applications should be emailed to hr@westernacademy.com

Job Vacancies At ISB
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)

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.

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
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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

Wed. Dec 29 - YPHH Moet & Chandon Free Flow @ The Signature, 6:30pm
Traditionally on the last Wednesday of the year YPHH organises a special event! This year we have partnered with Moet & Chandon Champagne and The Signature Restaurant for a 1 hour FREE FLOW of the queen of wines! Please take a look at http://www.yphh.com for more information.

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

Looking for C.S. Lewis! Compass Theater is seeking mature male actors for various roles in March production of "Shadowlands". Auditions will be January 11 and 12, East Lake Villas, 35 Dongzhimenwai. Contact compasstheater@hotmail.com or call Carla Lev at 135-0108-2647 for details.

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.

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

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

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

Winter at Art Seasons II (Through 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 (Through December 30)
Works of Mo Gen and Chen Liu are on display.
Zi Jin Xuan Gallery Tel: 010-65265045

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

Hilton Beijing
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 5865.

Seafood Hotpot
Known for its freshness and tastefulness, The Capital Hotel Vigor Abalone Restaurant presents the best quality seafood hotpot dishes of Hong Kong style. All food materials are strictly selected and exclusively supplied. Come to discover the delights the hotpot dishes bring you. Venue: 2nd FL, Capital Hotel, 3 Qian Men East Street, Beijing 100006. Tel: (8610) 6512 9988 - 3571. E-mail: f_b@capitalhotel.com.cn Website: www.capitalhotel.com.cn

A Very Special Christmas at St. Regis Hotel, Beijing
Spend over RMB500 in any of our outlets, and you are entitled to a one-night stay in a Diplomat Deluxe Room including a daily buffet breakfast for two for only RMB888. Offer is valid from December 24th, 2004 to January 3rd, 2005. Please call reservation at (8610) 6460 6688 ext. 2320 /2321 /2322 /2323.

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
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.

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 Ital