Advanced Apartments at Lufthansa Business District Ready for Lease...
Ocean Express is located at Xiaoyun Road, close to the flourishing area formed by Lufthansa Business District and the East Third Ring Road. It is also neighboring the second and third embassy districts and surrounded by top grade office buildings, international hotels, bars, restaurants, shopping malls and international schools. 691 advanced apartment suites managed by COSCO Hotel and Property Management Co.Ltd are now ready for lease. 236 hotel-style apartment suites to be managed by the prestigious OAKWOOD will also open in early 2006. Ocean Express complex features huge central garden squares, shops, 3000sqm Club House, 24-hours security, ground and underground parking lots. The apartments are installed with international satellite TV. Apartments from 1br to 4br 50sqm to 201sqm. Please click logo for more information. Click here for floor plan. Apartment Leasing hotline: (8610) 6460 3536/7/8/9.

Find Expat Housing in Beijing!
DTZ can help you find the perfect home in Beijing. No matter your budget, we can aid you in finding a home near some of Beijing's cleanest and spacious living areas. To see a listing of some of our suggested properties, click here! And please contact us at: Ms Angela Shew, DTZ Debenham Tie Leung, Phone: (8610)65171275 (Direct line), Fax: (8610)65101368/69. E-mail: angela_shew@dtz.bj.cn

Christmas Eve At Wangfujing Grand Hotel
Indulge yourself in an endless night of joy and celebration at Wangfujing Grand Hotel on December 24, 2005 with luxury buffet, exceptional lucky draw prizes and exciting live stage show. Price: RMB1288 net/person. Christmas Eve package: RMB1988 net including 1 gala party ticket and 1 night accommodation in Executive Suite with 2 complimentary breakfasts, For more information, please dail (8610) 6522 1188-6052/6036 or visit www.wangfujinghotel.com

December 24th "Magical White Chistmas" At Presidential Plaza
From 6:30pm till 10:00pm at the grand ballroom and the four seasons roof garden. Enjoy an extravagant Gourmet Buffet prepared by our award winning international chefs nclusive of : free flow wine, beer, and soft drinks 21st Century Mirror Dancing, Live Lazar Dancers, Music, Magicians and Lots more. Prizes Galore: 3 Days Cruise Asia Pacific, and Executive Accommodation etc...Price from RMB 1488/ 1288/ 1188 per adult; Price at RMB 688 net per child from 4 to 12 years old. Hotline (8610) 5858 5588 ext. 8340.

Brand-new Christmas and New Year Bash On Dec. 24 / Dec. 31
Beijing Aquarium and Central Garden Hotel will bring you a brand-new Christmas and New Year jamboree this year, featuring Central Garden Hotel's selected Chinese food and irresistible Christmas food, including roasted turkey, roasted ham and much more, wonderful performances by oceanic animals - Dolphin, sea lion ... and surprising prizes. Christmas Ticket RMB888/adult; RMB588/student under 18. New Year Ticket: RMB688/adult, RMB388/child under 18. For more info or reservation call Central Garden Hotel at (8610) 5156 8888-191/158 or Beijing Aquarium at (8610) 6217 6655 2760/2771/2780; 6212 3910.

Celebrate your Christmas up North and stay the Night
Just RMB 588 net to enjoy a culinary tour of 6 fine restaurants, bar and Disco, and have it all you can dine and drink. Superior Room is available for advance booking at a festive special RMB450net per night. Grand Ballroom - Christmas Eve Party - Presents the national top-class comedians with their famous skit in our Beijing Grand Ballroom, and you can win two way ticket to France. Diamond Table – RMB1288 net/person; Platinum Table – RMB 988 net/adult; RMB 588 net/child. For more information, please contact us at 8079 9988 Ext. 71105(Chinese) 77033(English).

December 24 Christmas Eve Party I
Adult: RMB1288 and RMB1188 net, including free flow of soft drinks and beer, Prices according to the seating; Child: RMB688 (4-12 years old inclusive). Venue: Grand Ballroom starts at 18:30. With Holiday Inn Lido Beijing hosting the Funkiest Christmas Party ever, we are offering a great night out, you can be sure that we will rival any Christmas celebrations in Beijing! For reservations and information, please call (8610) 6437 6688 Ext. 2865/2800.

Christmas Eve Gala Party, December 24, 2005
It is a night of excitement, fun and live entertainment with so many pleasant surprises. For wining and dining, you'll have a choice of sumptuous buffet or candlelight set dinner at RMB918 or abalone set dinner at RMB1580. For more information, please log onto our website at www.capitalhotel.com.cn. For reservations, please dial: (8610) 6512 9988-3240/3104/3897.

24th December 2005 Christmas Eve
Jade Grand Ballroom Christmas Eve Dinner - A scrumptious Buffet of festive favorites with a complete entertainment program including live entertainment, magic shows, Santa Claus, toys plus plenty of party novelties and a lucky draw with wonderful prizes. The evening will begin at 18.30 hrs. Tickets are available at Rmb 1688.00 - Rmb1988.00 - Rmb 2188.00 net per person including free flow of wine, beer, sparkling wine and soft drinks. For further information and table reservation please call (8610) 6465 3388 extension 4075 or 4118 or visit our festive Christmas House in the Lobby.

The Sounds of German Christmas and the Art of Russia @ Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Experience an exciting and unforgettable Christmas Eve with an art presentation from Germany and Russia at Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing, where an impressive feast of Christmas favorites await you and 'Die Alpenvagabunden', a dynamic show band specially flown in all the way from Munich, Germany and Russia's most prominent folk performance troupe: the State Academic Kuban Cossack Chorus Russia – Krasnodar will entertain you with their festive blend of Christmas and contemporary hits. Christmas Eve Gala Dinner tickets start from CNY388 net per person and including free flow of soft drinks & local beer. For ticket reservation or more information, please dial (8610) 8498 2288 ext. 7126 or fax (8610) 6499 3181.

Nutcracker Christmas & New Year's Eve Celebrations at Hilton Beijing
A forest of live pine trees, ballerinas, giant nutcrackers, oversized toys, snowflakes, warm Gluehwein, mountains of gingerbread, live caroling, prizes, turkey with all the trimmings... Christmas Eve celebrations in the Ballroom, Louisiana, Panorama, Private Banquet Rooms & Atrium Café from 6pm. Ballroom Extravaganza seats from RMB 888 - 1,588. New Year's Eve festivities amongst the pine trees in the lobby lounge for RMB 499 or in the Atrium Cafe for RMB 295. All prices subject to 15% surcharge. To reserve your seat today call 010 5865 5125.

Sixth Sense Japanese Restaurant & Bar Has Reopened Its Doors
With the addition of teppanyaki and a comfortable lounge we have created a fantastic dining experience for you and your guests. Ongoing Promotion: Set Lunch RMB 30-70, Teppanyaki for Two RMB 98-238, daily Happy Hour 5-8pm buy 1 get 1 free. Add: #4 Jianguomen Nei Dajie, just east of Customs bldg. Tel: (8610) 6559 6606/6667.

FLO - We will bring you Paris for this year, Christmas and New Year Eve Celebrations
CHRISTMAS EVE 398RMB/Person, Special menu include a glass of Laurent-Perrier champagne, Traditional French Christmas atmosphere, Live Music Band, Santa Claus, Magic man, Table entertainment, Lucky draw.NEW YEAR EVE 398RMB/Person, Special menu include a welcome Laurent-Perrier champagne cocktail, Fairytale atmosphere, Live Music band and Latinos Dance show, Lucky draw. Please reserve in advance (8610) 6595 5135/39, Address: Rainbow Plaza Dong San Huan Bei Lu 16.

HOT! Assorted Buffet Special At The Loft
Tasty food and reasonable price in a nice cozy atmosphere with musical entertainment; Order for above 5 persons get a bottle of complimentary fine wine. Lunch (11.30-14.00): RMB98 per person; Afternoon tea (14.00-17.00): RMB 48 per person; Dinner (18.00-22.00): RMB138 per person. Get RMB20 coupon for every RMB100 consumption during lunch; Get RMB30 coupon for every RMB150 order for dinner. TEL (8610) 6501 7501

The Holidays Are Upon Us!
Want to know what great dining and entertainment options are available to you in Beijing this holiday season? We have information about all the great Christmas, Spring Festival, and Valentine's Day activities happening thoughout China's Capital City! Click here to subscribe to the free Xianzai.com Holiday Newsletter: http://www.xianzai.cn/holidays/

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Seeking General Manager
Wholly owned Italian Electric Motor Manufacturing Company seeks a General Manager for their Tianjin factory, located in north Tianjin, approximately 60 minutes east of Beijing. Candidate must speak fluent Italian and English and have 10+ years heavy manufacturing experience. Applicants should also have China work experience in operations/manufacturing. Excellent pay and benefits. Qualified applicants should email resume to: pcread98@cs.com or pcread@163.com or fax to 022-2801-0865.

Need a Santa or Birthday Party Clown in Beijing?
Call Mr. Magic at 13910626059 or mailto: parsons59@yahoo.com. Themes include: Santa, Clown, Harry Potter, Magician, Pirates and more! Face painting, goodie bags, bouncing castles and even fully edited videos of the events! Book early and Keep smiling!

Johnson Computer Connections
Dealers in computers, peripherals and various digital equipments. Specialized on-site technical support using both Chinese & English language. We offer home service and IT Outsourcing Managed Service for hardware & software as well as internet access including wireless LAN, ADSL, VPN, Email, Kill virus, home theater maintenance etc 7 days a week. Tel: (8610) 5165 9192, Website: www.johnson.net.cn, E-mail: johnson@johnson.net.cn

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

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Need Very High Quality Translation? The Rainbow Network
100% reliable, high quality services driven by an expert western team. Linguistic excellence in most technical fields: IT, telecommunications, transportation, engineering, medical... Full localization services including publishing, multimedia and engineering. To/from Chinese and all Asian languages. URL: www.365rainbow.com Email:info@365rainbow.com

Leeo Consulting Service
Beijing Leeo Consulting Service Co., Ltd. is committed to offering consultative and agency service to foreigners who desire to study, work, invest or reside in Beijing. Our main line of business includes application and extension of L and F visa; conversion of visa types; providing invitation letter, applying for work permit and conversion of driving licenses. Address: Rm 316, Tongniu building, Chaoyang District, Beijing. TEL (8610) 8599 0439, Fax (8610) 8599 0438

Jinruan Tax & Accounting Firm
A large consulting service officially licensed by the Ministry of Finance and Beijing Municipal Department of Industry and Commerce, we provide auditing, asset evaluation, account keeping, investment and tax consulting services. Account keeping costs RMB800 or more for high-tech enterprises, and RMB1000 or so for foreign businesses. Fees charged in proportion to business scale. TEL (8610) 8267 2400, Fax (8610) 8267 3556-8809

We Provide Highly-qualified Ayi
Consisting of two branch offices and 4 divisions, we provide our customers first class services that they will use again and again. Our prime objective is to help you save your time, energy and money with our healthy, reliable and English speaking Ayi who can do cooking, baby-sitter and chores. 6 days Live-in Service: RMB2500 or above (English speaking Ayi) RMB1300-1500 (Chinese speaking); Hour Housekeeper: 25/hour. TEL (8610) 6438 1634

Charity In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental organizations operating in China doing so much great work. But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup.php to get started with CharityInChina.org!

YPHH Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events for all people in Beijing & Shanghai. Average age is 25-45. Every month different events such as: monthly YPHH Happy Hours, YPHH Champagne Nights, YPHH Food & Drink Nights, wine/beer/cocktail-tastings, weekend-outings, day-trips and more. For more info and subscribes to the mailing list, please log onto http://www.yphh.com

UPSTREAM Forum Event
UPSTREAM Forum, a community for entrepreneurs, is hosting a panel on the unique challenge of China's Internet/wireless markets. Speakers include Dangdang CEO Guoqing Li and Zhongsou CFO Calvin Wang. Also, group discussions, networking, and refreshments. Visit www.upstreamforum.org for details. December 18, 3 - 6:30pm.

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

ClubFootball Junior Indoor Soccer Coaching Courses - Winter 2005/06
ClubFootball winter indoor soccer coaching courses begin in mid-January at venues around the centre of Beijing and at Shunyi. Classes are held after school and at weekends and are open to kids aged 4-18 from all schools. All classes are coached by ClubFootball's FA-qualified coaches in small groups, in an English-language environment. Places are limited, so don't wait until January to register! For full course schedules and information call 6417 0495, email coaching@wanguoqunxing.com or visit www.clubfootball.com.cn.

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 St. David's Society of Beijing
The SDSB provides cultural and social experiences for those Welsh, Chinese and others, which regularly include a celebration of St. David's Day (Gwyl Dewi Sant), Christmas party, rugby games, quiz nights and the like, to ensure that the 'hwyl' of Welshness is not lost in Beijing. For further information, please contact The Bard, Gilbard Honey-Jones on headmaster@britishschool.org.cn or telephone (8610) 8532 3088.

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.

CineAsia
December 13 - 15, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6505 2288

Gucci Dimond Show
Through December 14, Lufthansa Jinyuan Mall TEL (8610) 5807 6123

Young Artists' Works Exhibition 2005
Works of young artists including Yu Xiaodong, Han Xuejun, Linqian and many others are on the show to demonstrate each of their passion about life.
December 6 - 26, Yan Club Art Centre. TEL (8610) 8457 3506

Cloud - Rain
Contemporary art exhibition.
November 26, 2005 - January 15, 2006. Beijing TS1 Art Center. TEL (8610) 6959 4127

Weng Yupeng's Solo Exhibition
Open Tuesday through Sunday, December 3, 2005 - January 3, 2006, Beijing Art Seasons Gallery. TEL (8610) 6431 1900

2006 Calendar Exhibition
December 11 - 18, 798 Art Space, No. 4, Jiuxianqiao Road, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6438 1005

Bad Boys
F2 Gallery showcases works of two wunderkinds of New York's East Village of the 1980s, Jean Michel Basquiat and Julian Schnabel in celebration of its opening.
November 5 - January 7, 2006. F2 Gallery. TEL (86) 139 11117983

Chen Shaoxiong Solo Exhibition
New ink paintings by Chen Shaoxiong that depicts city life in a blurring light.
November 6 - December 26, Courtyard Gallery Annex. TEL (8610) 6526 8882

Global Premiere for "Glorious Fury" at Cherry Lane Movies
Newly made Chinese contemporary movie "Glorious Fury" will have the global premiere with Cherry Lane Movie at 8pm, December 12th 2005 before heading to 56th Berlinale. The key crew members will show up for Q&A.
Cherrylane Movies, east of the 21st Century Theater, An Jia Lou Street (off Liang Ma Qiao Road). Call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Michael Bolton
Grammy award winner Michael Bolton comes to Beijing to perform some of the greatest hits from his albums. Tickets selling for RMB120-1500.
7:30pm, December 14, Capital Gymnasium. TEL (8610) 6833 5552

Durian Durian
To Be presented in the big screen of Cherrylane Movies, Durian Durian is Hong Kong director Fruit Chan's new shot following her well-known trilogy about Hong Kong, starring Chun Hoi Lu and Mak Wai Fan. In French with English subtitles. Ticket: RMB50/person.
8pm, December 15. Cherrylane Movies, east of the 21st Century Theater, An Jia Lou Street (off Liang Ma Qiao Road). Call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Summer And Fall
Italian Embassy Cultural Office will show on December 15 a film that depicts five friends' story by intertwining the happenings at a summer and winter weekend in a series of flashbacks. In Italian with English subtitles. Free.
7pm, Italian Embassy Cultural Office, 2 Sanlitun Dong Er Jie, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6532 2187

Keep Cool
Prestigious Chinese director Zhang Yimo's film that delightfully and truthfully captures the ordinary feeling of Beijing will be shown on the big screen of Cherrylane Movies.
8pm, December 16 - 17. For details, call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn.

Fried Dough Twist III
A series of the popular Fried Dough Twist and the first martial arts drama performed in ancient costume. Tickets range from RMB40 to RMB680.
7:30pm, December 9 through January 3, 2006. Haidian Theatre. TEL (8610) 6255 8026

Promise (Wu Ji)
A $35 million budget blockbuster by famous director Chen Kaige. Starring Cecilia Cheung, Nicholas Tse, Liu Ye and Jang Dong-gun. In Chinese with English subtitles.
December 15 - 31, at all cinemas across town.
Capital Cinema (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema (8610) 64042159

Mutli-media Musical Drama: Song Of Film
Tickets selling for RMB150-1200.
7:30pm, December 9 - 18. Poly Theatre, 14 Dongzhimen South Street, Dongcheng District. TEL (8610) 5883 6800

Drama: Teahouse
Adapted from famous writer Lao She's cognominal works, this popular drama will once again be moved on the stage. Performed in Chinese. Tickets selling for RMB100-680.
7:30pm, December 10 - 18. Capital Theatre, 22 Wangfujing Avenue, Dongcheng District. TEL (8610) 6524 9847

Client @ Tango
Our first signings to the label, girl duo Client is about as contradictory as it gets, combining abrasive electro and upfront attitude with addictive melodies and girly naivety. Yet somehow it all works, and their debut album is going to soundtrack your life. A gorgeous mix of sleaze, heartbreak, hedonism and classic song-writing, it's the electro-pop record that many lesser bands have promised but only Client have delivered. They've got it, and you're going to love them. Ticket: RMB50. 10pm-4am, Thursday, December 15, 2005. Tango TEL (8610) 6428 9152

DJ Carl Cox
A legendary figure, a full-blown, crowd loving, honest and caring DJ is all what's often used to describe this man who pioneered the concept of three-deck mixing, which elevates the DJ to the role of sonic manipulator extraordinary. Chances are, if you've paid even the slightest attention to the lifestyles and counter cultures of the post Acid house youth, if you've been awake and up for dancing in the last ten years, this man will have touched your life somehow. Ticket booked in advance: RMB80. 10pm-4am, Friday, December 16, 2005. Banana TEL (8610) 6526 3939

Lisa Loud: The First Lady Of Dance Music
Lisa has been widely revered and admired as one of the UK's top female DJ's. With her extensive musical background and expertise, Lisa can ignite any party in the world, from the fashion Glitterati of Milan to the discerning floors of Ibiza. Lisa combines glamour, elegance and sophistication on the decks with her trade mark of tribal infused tech house music - you can not fail to be seduced by Lisa's sounds! 10pm-4am, Saturday, December 17, 2005. IBIZA, for more info call (8610) 8425 8888

The above info is provided by www.clubzone.com.

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

Monday, December 12, 2005
Latin Night
Come to shake your body to the great Latin tunes by Band Feng Niao.
9:30pm, New Get Lucky. TEL (8610) 8448 3339

European Chamber Luncheon
A great opportunity to learn about many key issues including government's procurement and Beijing Olympics. RMB450 for non-members, RMB350 for members.
11am, the European Chamber. TEL (8610) 6462 2965

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

Tuesday, December 13, 2005
Quiz Night
9pm. John Bull Pub TEL (8610) 6532 5905

In High Spirit
Whatever you order, you'll get a double measure of your order. With live Latin and Bass sparks your spirit.
9pm-2am, Bar Blu. TEL (8610) 6417 4124

The Rotary Club of Beijing meets at the Kempinski Hotel every Tuesday at 12:00PM. 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.rotaryclub-beijing.org or email us at: rotarybj@vip.sina.com. The President of the Rotary Club of Beijing for the year 2005 - 2006 is Mr. Carl-Ludwig Dorwald.

Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Jessica Meider
Jessica and Junglecat will be performing a big variety of jazz, drum'n drass, funk and more. Ticket: RMB30/person.
10pm, Yugong Yishan. TEL (8610) 6415 0687

Martini Night
Buy two get one free all night long from Zub's long Martini menu and enjoy the background tunes brought by their resident DJs. Free entry for girls, RMB20 for guys.
8pm, Zub. TEL (8610) 8286 6240

Michael Bolton
Grammy award winner Michael Bolton's solo concert. Tickets selling for RMB120-1500.
7:30pm, Capital Gymnasium. TEL (8610) 6833 5552

Ladies' Night
Every Wednesday night Vics offers free drinks for ladies across the door in addition to a free entrance.
8pm, Vics. TEL (8610) 6593 6215

Thursday, December 15, 2005
Client @ Tango
Our first signings to the label, girl duo Client is about as contradictory as it gets, combining abrasive electro and upfront attitude with addictive melodies and girly naivety. Ticket: RMB50. 10pm-4am, Tango TEL (8610) 6428 9152

Durian Durian
Film presented in the big screen of Cherrylane Movies. Ticket: RMB50/person.
8pm, Cherrylane Movies. Call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn for details.

Book Club: Leaving Mother Lake
A talk on Yang'er Che Namu and Christine Mathieu's book Leaving Mother Lake.
7:30pm, Chinese Culture Club TEL (8610) 6432 9341

Summer And Fall
7pm, Italian Embassy Cultural Office. TEL (8610) 6532 2187. See Theatre and Performance for more info.

Friday, December 16, 2005
Keep Cool
Film presented on the big screen of Cherrylane Movies.
8pm, today and tomorrow. Cherrylane Movies. For details, call 135 01251303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn.

DJ Carl Cox
A legendary figure, a full-blown, crowd loving, honest and caring DJ is all what's often used to describe this man who pioneered the concept of three-deck mixing, which elevates the DJ to the role of sonic manipulator extraordinary.
10pm-4am, Banana TEL (8610) 6526 3939

Saturday, December 17, 2005
Lisa Loud: The First Lady Of Dance Music
10pm-4am, IBIZA, for more info call (8610) 8425 8888

Brazilian Delights
Every Saturday come to enjoy Brazil's national dish at the modern and airy ambience of Alameda.
11:30am-1:30pm. For more info call (8610) 6417 8084

Chinese Chess & Mahjong Class
2-4pm, Chinese Culture Club. TEL (8610) 6432 9341

Singles' Night
A themed party for singles to network, make friends and have fun together. RMB80 for men, RMB40 for girls. Both prices cover a drink and some snacks.
8-11:30pm, Vibes. TEL (8610) 6437 8082

Sunday, December 18, 2005
Superb Sunday
All food and beverages for RMB29 only during lunch and diner.
The Signature. TEL (8610) 6586 3818

Jazz Brunch
Enjoy Germany style brunch with live jazz background. RMB98 per person. 11:30am, Die Kochmutzen. TEL (8610) 5869 3830

Wed. Dec. 21 - YPHH Cocktail Night at RBL Icehouse, 6:30pm
Again a combination of the monthly Happy Hour with a special event and the last YPHH event of 2005. During 2 hours we offer a FREE FLOW of Martini - and Sparkling Wine Cocktails. Chef Max will prepare high quality finger food that is included in the entrance fee of RMB 100 per person. More information and reservations via http://www.yphh.com

Winter Wonderland Cocktail Party
24th December Celebrate Christmas in style at Blue Fox with a night of restive cocktails and seasonal cheer. What's on the offer includes a Champagne reception, 1/2 bottle of wine per person , live band, Christmas cocktail shooters, finger food and party snacks, fantastic party music from our resident DJ, lucky draw, tailor-made Christmas parties and more. RMB100 per person. For details contact (8610) 5131 6333

Rene Lau
Taiwan actress and singer Rene Lau (A.K.A Liu Ruoying) will be on Beijing stage following her overwhelming success in last year's solo concert. Tickets selling for RMB280-1280. 7:30pm, December 24, Capital Gymnasium. TEL (8610) 6835 5552

Film: Liberi
Liberi centers on the freckle-faced Vince, whose life in a mountain village is unfulfilling. In Italian with English subtitles. 7pm, December 29. Italian Embassy Cultural Office, 2 Sanlitun Dong Er Jie, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6532 2187

TIM House
Tim, a young DJ from Paris, is coming to China! He will bring more electronic beats here and infuse the freshest air into Chinese Electronic music. Ticket: 30RMB covers a glass of special drink. Time: 10pm-4am, Friday, December 30, 2005. Venue: Club Entrance, 18 Super Bar Street, Nu Ren Jie, Chaoyang District. For more info call (8610) 6465 2284

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