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Volume 9, issue 12 - March 21, 2005
       
       
       
       
       
       
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Parent Information Sessions at BCIS
Beijing City International School is excited to invite you to attend our parent information sessions specially organized for parents on 29th and 31st March (from 9am to 12 noon). Our headmaster, Mr. Christopher Edmunds and several school administrators will be present to introduce the school to you as well as answer any queries you may have with regards to BCIS. Topics to be covered include the educational programmes and curriculum for K-6 students, our unique cultural centre, as well as other highlights of the school. The school will be completed in early June and open its doors in August 2005. We believe dialogue with the community forms an important part of our foundation and would like to invite you for our parent information sessions. If you are interested, or know someone who may be keen to visit us, please visit our website at www.bcis.cn You may contact us at Tel: 87717171 or email us at admissions@bcis.cn to register your interest and we will send you more details on the event.

IFC Russian Concert
Saturday, March 26 7:30 pm Forbidden City Concert Hall. The International Festival Chorus and Orchestra present an evening bursting at the seams with good tunes and Russian orthodox chants - music that is by turns triumphant, soulful and ecstatic. Programme includes Rachmaninov's fun and flamboyant "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini" and the choral "All Night Vigil," as well as Tchaikovsky's "Overture to Romeo and Juliet." RMB 50, 80, 120, 160, 220, 320 Free Ticket Delivery: (8610) 6775 6666 or 6770 7123. Group discount available, e-mail info@beijingifc.org for details.

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Travel Information

Come to celebrate 50th anniversary of Lufthansa & enjoy the best deal - CNY5,550*!
Come to celebrate 50th anniversary of Lufthansa German Airlines. Enjoy the best deal when you book your flights from Beijing to Europe with Lufthansa from now on till April 9th,2005. Fares valid for round trips only, with departure from April 16th to May 31st, 2005. Tickets must be advanced purchased at 7 days before departure and issued within 72 hours after reservation is made. Other restrictions apply. Offer strictly subjected to seat availability. For further information, please visit www.lufthansa.com.cn or call Beijing (010) 6468 8838 or contact your travel agent.

Enjoy California's Early Spring Sunshine With More Offers From United
Until March 31, 2005, purchase and fly a qualifying roundtrip from Beijing to any United destination in California for RMB6000* per person only. Two persons must travel together. You'll earn the following free*: One stopover in San Francisco; Two-night stay in a 4-star hotel twin-room, in San Francisco; Free transfers to and from San Francisco Airport; Free half-day city tour of San Francisco; 2,500 bonus miles* for Mileage Plus members. Registration required at www.united.com/offer/mpa085. Book now. Seats are limited. For more information on this offer or to make reservations, please call your travel agent or United at (8610) 6463 1111. Terms and conditions apply.

Philippine Airlines takes you to the City of Light!
Laoag is the capital of historic Ilocos Norte province and serves as the commercial capital of the region. No other place in the country reflects such historical legacy as the Ilocos province. The 17th-century Paoay Church and Bell Tower of Gothic-Baroque-Oriental design were listed as UNESCO World Heritage. The coral stone bell tower served as an observation post of the Katipuneros during the Philippine Revolution. Prices start at CNY3,150. TEL: (86 21)6279 8765 FAX: (86 21)6279 8762

Insider's Guide to Beijing
The 640-page Insider's Guide to Beijing is a trove of information about the city you can't find elsewhere ... on topics like housing, schools, giving birth and buying a car, as well as wining, dining and just having fun. Illustrated with over 600 photos and seasoned with 116 sidebars, this tome contains all you need to get the most out of life in Beijing -- and put more back into it. Best of all, the book costs only RMB 50. Order your copy this very moment for immediate delivery in Beijing (distribution@thatsbj.com, 010 - 6554 5631) or look for it in bookstores around town. Overseas buyers can purchase it on Amazon.com

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Hotel Deals

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Easter Package 4 day 3 night RMB2888 net
Superior Ocean View Room for 3 nights | Daily Buffet Breakfast for 2 | 2 coupons RMB50 each to be used in Tea Tree Spa | Free rose, fruit basket & 1 bottle of wine upon arrival day | Free use of Gym Centre | Free daily baby sitting for half day | Free airport pick up and send off (Sanya Phoenix Airport) | Late check out at 15:00 (subject to room availability). Validity: March 27th to 29th, 2005. For reservation, please call (0898) 8856 5666-7103 for detail. E-mail: reservation@holiday-inn-sanya.com

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Education

Rutgers International EMBA Program
Rutgers International Executive MBA Program Discover WHY your best senior management career development opportunity is the Rutgers EMBA. 14-month Program Starts in September 2005. Professors, Classes and Course Materials same as Rutgers U.S. EMBA Program. Next Beijing Info Session: April 13. Flexible to arrange a personal meeting. To learn more about joining Rutgers' 12th intake in China, call 010-8526-2528 or visit www.rutgers.cn

Secondary Department
The British School of Beijing will open its secondary department next academic year, offering the English National curriculum to students up to the age of 14. The school is part of King¹s Group, and as such a wholly British owned and managed institution, focusing on high academic standards and levels of spoken and written English in classrooms. All teachers are British qualified with experience, and academic resources meet UK standards. Class sizes average 15-20 students. The school is located in the embassy district of Beijing. For more information contact info@britishschool.org.cn or (8610) 8532-3088.

Australian International School Beijing (AISB)
AISB is the only international school in China offering a genuine Australian Curriculum Outcomes Based education therefore, helping to achieve the best for your children. We provide a comprehensive, all grades Primary School education plus an ESL support program for non English speakers and our syllabus includes a full range of subjects including Mandarin. AISB arranges extra-curricular activities on what, we boast, is the largest International campus in Beijing. For full details including our reasonable tuition fees contact us at: www.aisb.cn, Tel: 010-84394315/16, Fax: 010-84391842 or 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) 5870 1133

Beijing Taoranting Home Moving Service
Through over a decade's growth, Beijing Taoranting Home Moving Co., Ltd has now owned more than 30 vehicles of different capacities to meet consumers' demands throughout Beijing. Home moving starting price RMB150 (within 15km). Piano RMB200. Cardboard boxes are provided free of charge for packaging. For more inquiry or reservation, call (8610) 8379 2077 or email: wangdong998@vip.sina.com

Beijing Haoyou Movehouse Freight Storage Company
Starting price RMB180 (unit) and RMB160 (individual). Additional fees: RMB10/floor, RMB4/km (beyond 10km). RMB30-100 per fragile or precious article. RMB180 for piano type below 120 (including 120) and RMB250 for type 120 above. Headquarter Hotline: (8610) 6348 8928, Xizhimen Office: (8610) 6225 7206 Haidian Office (8610) 6833 2487 Guozhan Office (8610) 8454 0249 Yayuncun Office (8610) 8463 3152


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Property and Real Estate

Chateau Glory
Located in the central Olympic area, Chateau Glory starts a residential legend here in Beijing. The value of the location destines its unlimited potential. A 70000-square-meter lake in the north, 3 superb golf clubs and also the splendid view of National Olympic Game Park, such is the vista of Chateau Glory. Neoclassical design provided by Wilson Associates and Pan-Asia EDAW bring the art of renaissance into its residents' life. Tel: (8610) 6493 6640.

 
Health & Fitness

Nei Sei Dao La Ma Fitness Center
Nei Sei Dao La Ma Fitness Center is conveniently located in the golden area of Chaoyangmen business circle. It is a leisure-based club featuring physical exercises and gymnastics. All the equipment here are famous imported brands. The coaching team consists of winners of fitness and gym champions like Li Qiang and Lu Bi Bo. Currently, we are offering a variety of body toning courses including Yoga, Latin, Ballet etc. Tuition: RMB1800 (half year), RMB2400 (a year). RMB350 (a month). Runs 10am-10pm. Address: 3F, Huapu Plaza, No. 19, Chaowai Avenue, Beijing. TEL (8610) 6580 2238

Beauty Arts
Beauty Arts is a 1500-square-meter top grade beauty club that features a combination of beauty, fitness and leisure. The club boasts advanced imported equipment, including body toning instrument M6 from France, EPS multi-function AB machine from Germany, and the new RUN700 from Italian Technogym. It adopts advanced operation of star-level hotels. Experienced coaches and private teachers are available upon request. Latest service introduced: Five-in-One Massage and Mini Electrical Nail Beauty. Address: 2F, Yabao Apartment, No. 8 Da Ya Bao Hutong, Dongcheng District Beijing. TEL (8610) 6522 5868-301/302 Fax (8610) 6522 5868-236

FG Dental
FG Dental provides tailored dental care service through its advanced therapy platforms introduced from Germany, France, Italy. It is specially divided into Department of Orthodontics, Department of Rehabilitation, Therapy Department, X-Ray Department, Injection Department Bacteria-free Room, and Medicine Supply Center. Typical services include Teeth Whitening with Cold Ray and Ceramic Teeth with Heavy Metal. Address: Room 205, B2 Tower, Changyuan Tiandi Building, No. 18, Suzhoujie, Haidian District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 8260 8113 Fax:(8610)8260 8113

 

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Executive Sales Openings
If you are a BIG income earner (or you should be)… If you associate with top quality executives (or you should) … If you are now part of an internationally renowned organization (or you would like to be)… Join us! We will train you to sell and conduct management development programs for senior level executives. Besides the high income potential in this highly secure and rapidly expanding industry, you will gain other benefits. You will have an opportunity to increase your visibility in the Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai and Suzhou business community while improving your management skills.Call us! Call for a personal appointment at (0)10 87767768 for Beijing & Tianjin based positions or (0)21 62484931 for Shanghai and Suzhou based positions from Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Your Development Partner Ltd.

Career Opportunities at Western Academy of Beijing
Western Academy of Beijing (WAB), a leading international school in Beijing, China is expanding rapidly and has more than 20 openings commencing in August 2005. Positions include Admin/Secretary, IT professionals, Library Assistants, Teacher's Assistants, HR and Accounting. Applicants must have excellent English (oral/listening/written), be computer literate, hardworking, a team player, with positive attitude and relevant experiences, and currently located in Beijing. Chinese language skills are desirable. Email CV to application@westernacademy.com Browse www.wab.edu for vacancies or call HR at (8610) 8456 4155 ext 1062.

Job Opportunity at ISB
The International School of Beijing is looking for a Facilities Manager. You are cordially invited to visit our website at http://www.isb.bj.edu.cn/employment.html for job details. We look forward to hearing from you.

Seeking Global Assignment Consultant
Due to the expanding our presence in China we are currently seeking: Global Assignment Consultants (2 positions). *Requirements: Chinese National; A minimum of 3 years experience in the Moving/Relocation or Real Estate Business; A knowledge of Chinese Visa& Immigration Procedures will be an advantage; Sound experience in the international moving product will be a plus; An excellent English language proficiency, other languages will be a plus; A first class communicator, self motivated team player with the ability to mange own work; PC literate with good working knowledge of Excel, Word & Power Point; Applicants not meeting these criteria will be ignored. The salary is provided commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applicants should send a cover letter and CV by email to: renata.inokomis@sirva.com.cn Application deadline: April 1, 2005.

32 yrs old Beijing guy just finished 2 yrs study in New Zealand major in Business with 6 yrs of working experience as Sales and Export Manager in an airtransportation company, gr8 English communication skills, is looking for a challenging sales and Marketing position in a foreign company of Beijing. Please contact me at chen821@sohu.com

Male, 36, M.D.,Ph.D., 6 years experience in clinical research and sales of new medicines (include 1 year Experience in medical company in U.S.A .), Fluent English, Self-starter and a good team player. Seeking for a medical manager position of medicine company in Beijing. E-mail: fenghaifeng2004@hotmail.com or call: (8610) 8825 3599.

 

Classifieds

Nice Apartment for Rent
A nice 56sqm cozy apartment in Hou Xiandaicheng will be available for rent from May 1st. 3 kilometers south-east to World Trade Center, HP building and Motorola building, 1 kilometer to Carrefour Shuangjing Store and subway station. 1 bedroom, 1 living room, 1 bathroom, 24 hours hot water. All home appliances and furniture are ready. Great night view to CBD area for relax. USD400/month. Please contact Mr. Hao at 13801257721.

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

Language Exchange Partner Wanted
Wanna improve ur Chinese? Now a gr8 opportunity 4 ya. A Beijing guy just came back from New Zealand. We could be the coolest language exchange partner. Prefer English native speaker who is Canadian, British, Australian or KIWI. Please call me on 13901061152(TxT is cool).

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.

 

Services

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

Computer Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn. Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn

RMB550 to hire a well-trained maid at Fuping School!
Having received 280-hour training at Fuping School, about 200 women are ready to help you with house chores. The training continues for a year afterwards. Fuping, a non profit NGO, helps the poor women in rural areas to find jobs in Beijing so to liberate them from poverty. All women were selected by the local governments and have official health certificate. Email: fuping_0461@sina.com. Website: www.fupingschool.org

Beijing Baijia Translation Service
With years' experience in tranlation, Beijing Baijia Translation Service has been enjoying a high reputation among its clientel, mostly government bodies. The company boasts a group of professional translators proficient in different languages and industries. Their service languages include English, Japanese, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Portugese and some minor foreign languages such as Arab and Vietnam. English to Chinese tranlation RMB170 per thousand words; Chinese to English per thousand RMB190. TEL (8610) 6518 7912/13 Email: baijia706@vip.163.com

Save 30% In Decorating Your Home
Hong Li Bo Ya Decoration & Design Co., Ltd is a famous home decoration brand in Beijing. With more than ten years' experience in building decoration and designing, the company has been accredited as a top grade service provider of the industry and ranked as a member of China Architecture Decoration Association. Major lines of business: furnishing and designing of up-market apartments and hotels as well as individual homes, and design software development. Now, in March, a season for making your home up, Hong Li Bao Ya offers a 30% discount to any one who chooses its service. For more info, call (8610) 8464 2929 or fax (8610) 8464 2929

Community Announcements

YPHHSummit Life
Social elite, fancy parties, top-ranking events...That's what Summit Life is all about. "Travel around the World in 80 Days" used to be a wild whimsy of Jules Verne. Now, however the Summit Club pursues even more exciting "Life Styles". Equipped with the finest-quality facilities, The Club provides its members with the privilege of global entertainment. Sharing exclusive taste and style, feeling the ecstasy of life, the Summit Club is always there for its honorable members. Tel: (8610) 6493 6640.

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

Easter Sunday, March 27 - YPHH Booze Cruise 2005
Traditionally on Easter Sunday and this year for the 5th time: The YPHH Booze Cruise, instead of searching for Easter eggs...! A boat cruise along the Imperial Canal followed by enjoying the Summer Palace in Springtime. During the cruise a free-flow of booze and snacks available. In the evening we will visit Die Kochmutzen, a brand new German restaurant for an Easter dinner including free flow of German beer and soft drinks! All this included in the price of RMB 300 per person only! More information on http://www.yphh.com

The Head Masters and Staff of Harrow International School Bangkok andHarrow International School Beijing warmly invite you to the forthcomingconcerts that are performed by the international soloists and orchestra ofHarrow International School Bangkok. We would like to invite you to one of the two public performances: Monday 4th April at Jinfan Concert Hall at 7:00PM or Friday 8th April at Beijing Municipal Youth Palace of Jingshan Park at7:00PM For for more infomation and tickets, please mail echo_z@harrowbeijing.cn or call the entrance is free of charge. We look forward to hearing from you. Echo Zhao Harrow International School Beijing Tel: (8610) 6444 8900 Fax: (8610) 8497 2182.

The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced choral singers of 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 auditions@beijingifc.org or visit us online at www.beijingifc.org

Beijing Devils Rugby Club
Now training for the new season. For more details email beijing_rugby@yahoo.com

Allied Pickfords is please to announce that as a part of its ongoing expansion in China it is moving to a new larger office.The new contact details are as follows: The Space International Center Building A, Office 812 No.8, Dongdaqiao Road Beijing 100020, China Telephone: (86 10) 5870 1133 Fax:(86 10) 5870 0818 Effective 1st March, 2005!

ClubFootball Coaching Programmes
Children from all schools are invited to attend ClubFootball's top-quality soccer coaching programmes at the ISB Soccer Academy and British School ClubFootball Academy. Classes are taught in small groups by ClubFootball's English FA-qualified coaching staff, at the ISB, Shunyi and the British School in Sanlitun. The full range of Spring programmes begin on the 9th April, and kids staying in Beijing over the Spring break (March 30th - April 4th) and May holiday (April 30th - May 4th) can also sign up for holiday intensive courses. For full details on all ClubFootball coaching programmes, please see www.clubfootball.com.cn, mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com, or call (8610) 6417 0495.

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

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

Beijing Macintosh User Group: Mac user in Beijing, or interested in the Apple Macintosh? We're here to help and to network. Join us for monthly meetings, and visit our website to keep tabs with the latest Apple Macintosh news. The Beijing Macintosh User Group is Beijing's international Macintosh user group. http://www.beimac.com

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

Alcoholics Anomymous - If you want to drink that is your business. If you want to stop, that is our business. For more information check out our website: aabeijing.com or send us an email at: beijingfellows@yahoo.com

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. Sunday worship services begin 10:00 a.m., with pre-servic! e prayer starting at 9:30 a.m. We are meeting temporarily at the Yu Yang Hotel (No. 18 Xin Yuan Xili Middle Street, Chaoyang District, Phone: (86)10-64669988). Home groups meet on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday in the Chaoyang area. For the latest information, check our website at www.theriverofgrace.com

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.

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Radio & Film Network Exhibition 2005
March 20 - 22, Beijing International Conference Center. TEL (8610) 8498 0246

China International Textile Material Exposition
March 20 - April 1, Beijing Exhibition Center. TEL (8610) 6831 6677-2313

11th China Beijing International Gifts And Workcrafts Exhibition 2005
March 21 - 24, China World Trade Center TEL (8610) 6505 2288 ext. 86780

Education Exposition 2005
March 23 - 27, Beijing International Conference Center TEL (8610) 8498 0246

China International Kitchen & Toilet Appliance Exhibit 2005
March 23 - 26, Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6677-2313

China International Club Promotion Fair
March 24 - 27, Chinese People's Revolutionary & Military Meseum TEL (8610) 6686 6151

Women In Perspective
Works from Artist Li Ji, Qi Zhilong, Song Yonghong, Liu Fei and He Sei.
April 9 - May 10, Zi Jin Xuan TEL (8610) 6472 0759

Qin Artists
A group exhibition of contemporary oil works by Pang Yongjie, Feng Feng and Luo Qi.
Through March 31, Qin Gallery. TEL (8610) 8779 0458

Feminity
Artist Huang Haiyan's works shows the particulars of being a woman.
Through March 31, New Millennium Art Gallery. TEL (8610) 6438 1785

Tradition & Fashion
Suo Tan demonstrates this two contradictory subjects through his sculptures.
Through March 31, Fa Fa Gallery. TEL (8610) 8450 6883

Celebration Of Life
Artist works of Ann Yen that explores life to its full extent.
Through April 10, Open Gallery. TEL (8610) 8046 4301

Day To Day Life
Paintings by Yang Jinsong.
March 2 - April 11. Now Gallery. Address: No. 12 inside Workers Stadium, Chaoyang District. Beijing) TEL (8610) 6551 1632

"Pink" & "Color"
A joint exhibition of Feng Jiali and Lihong's works.
March 5 - 26. Three Fourth Gallery Beijing. TEL (8610) 6433 7401

 

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