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 Summer Olympics Offer at Ascott Beijing
Strategically located in the heart of CBD zone in Chaoyang District, close to China World Trade Center and amid the thriving business and retail district. It lavishes our Olympics guests with discreet service and efficient support in an exclusive and luxurious environment. Between 1 August and 31 August 2008, stay in our luxurious 1-bedroom suites with special rates starting from RMB3600 per residence per night. Ascott The Residence is managed by Ascott International. For details check at http://www.the-ascott.com/en/china/beijing/ascott_beijing.html China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Summer
Getaways In China
From the large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, to the spacious living room with a fully-equipped kitchen, our award-winning serviced residences are designed to provide you and your family a home away from home - the perfect getaway this summer. From now till 30 September, you can also enjoy late 4pm check-out, daily breakfast and broadband internet access absolutely free. Because life is about living. Booking or enquiries, 400 820 1028 (local toll-free) or visit www.the-ascott.com
 Weekend Getaway Package in Crowne Plaza Nanjing Hotel & Suites
Crowne Plaza Nanjing Hotel & Suites getaway package is available on every Fri, Sat and Sun valid till August 31, 2008. Superior Room at RMB838nett and Panorama Suite at RMB1068nett, include complimentary breakfast for two, RMB100 allowance for buffet lunch or dinner per day, free broadband internet, one free parking lot, free local call, late check out till 14:00. For reservation please call 800 830 4088 or 400 884 0888 (mobile user). Email: reservation@crowneplazananjing.com
 Howard Johnson All Suites Hotel Suzhou Summer Package
One night Deluxe Suite (68sqm) accommodation only RMB780nett, including: One complimentary buffet breakfast / Complimentary laundry service (1 item of clothing daily) / One welcome drink / Free use of fitness facilities (including the indoor swimming pool) / Free broadband access / Valid till August 31, 2008. For booking and inquiry, call (86-512) 6292 2206. E-mail: reservations.allsuitessuzhou@hojochina.com. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 820 2525, 400 820 2525.
 JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Offers Meetings At Special Rates
Between June and August, the 5 star luxury hotel is offering an amazing deal on meeting packages for meeting planners. Packages start from just RMB580+ per person (minimum 10 delegates) including room hire, individual fresh fruit platter on arrival, free flow of coffee and tea throughout the meeting hours and a light lunch. Room rates for meeting packages start from RMB1200+ (minimum of 10 rooms). This unbeatable value meeting package can also earn meeting planners double 'Marriott Rewards' points, which can be redeemed for free room nights, upgrades, special travel packages, banquets and weddings. For reservations please call: (8621) 5359 4969.
 Family Package from *RMB 5258 for 3 Nights Stay
Bring your family to Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya for some sun shinny quality time! Tailored especially for families with promises of endless games and fun! Our 6 outdoor swimming pools, 300 meters long 70 meters wide exclusive private beach and 2 giant water slides will bring you a memorable fun-splashing good time with your kids. For Package details, please click here. * Rate subject to local government tax, and availability. * Valid from 1 June to 31 August 2008, terms and conditions apply. For more information, please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com Tel: (86 898) 3889 8888; E-mail: reservations.sanya@kempinski.com
 Marco Polo Shenzhen Summer Club Promotion
RMB 1000++ for Single Room, includes: Free access to Continental Club Floor, providing: Complimentary Breakfast(6:30am-10:30am) & Cocktails (5:30pm-8:30pm) | Complimentary use of Boardroom (4 hours) | Complimentary pressing for 2 pieces per day | 30% discount of Laundry service | Complimentary use of Broadband Internet in room & Wi-Fi in Public Areas | Free use of Fitness Center facilities. Add RMB150 for upgrade to Deluxe Suite. Reservation: (86 755) 3339 7736 * Valid from May 1st to July 31st, 2008 * Subject to 15% service charge and tax * Package can not be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotional offers * Package is subject to availability and advanced reservation required.
 Summer Weekends Promotion at Millennium HongQiao Hotel Shanghai
Enjoy a much deserved getaway at Millennium Hongqiao Hotel Shanghai with our attractive weekend room deal from RMB 770, and be on your way to a memorable weekend! *Rates are offered for Superior Twin Room per night per room *Rates are subject to 15% service charge.*50% discount on F&B consumption, excludes banquet, meetings & promotional items. *Child sharing same room and bedding with parents stay FREE if 12 years and below *Valid from 1 July, 2008 to 31 August, 2008. Tel: (8621) 6295 1305 sales@millenniumhongqiao.com, www.millenniumhongqiao.com
 Experience Historic Beijing with a Contemporary New Novotel in CBD & Downtown
Opening August 2008. The Novotel Beijing Sanyuan: conveniently located at the heart of the CBD, downtown Beijing and the terminus of the airport express-way. Providing direct access to Beijing's underground and free broadband internet access, the Novotel Beijing Sanyuan helps guests find the right balance between work and play for a productive and relaxed experience. Tel: (8610) 8440 4162 ext 8100; E-mail: h6280-sm@accor.com
 Weekend Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a weekend special rate of *RMB908 with 1 night stay until 31 August 2008. Including the value of RMB100 for hotel F&B allowance per stay; complimentary 1 daily buffet breakfast; complimentary broadband and wireless internet access in-room as well as in public areas; use of gym, sauna and tennis court; free shuttle bus service to the Maglev Train / Subway Station, Shanghai Science & Technology Museum (the Market); please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations. * F&B allowance is non-refundable, non accumulative and cannot exchange to cash. * Subject to 15% surcharge, only applicable to arrivals on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays.
 Stay & Savor
Enjoy our luxury accommodation and an array of dining options on Stay & Savor package. Deluxe room rate starts at RMB1588 + 15% service charge per room per night, inclusive of daily buffet breakfast for two at The Exchange, RMB300 of food and beverage credit available at The Exchange & Mezzo Italian Restaurant, and complimentary access to gym and pool. Minimum 2 nights stay. Valid till August 31, 2008. Tel: (86-755) 8383 8888; Website: www.sheraton.com/shenzhen
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 Frank's Place, 9.3 Jiangtai Xi Lu - 50mtrs south of Lido Hotel.
Frank's Place, Beijing oldest sports bar, established in 1989. Frank's is decorated as an English pub, but is able to offer live sports from around the world, from F1 to Lacrosse. Happy hours daily from 15.00 to 20.00 over our full range of beers including Guinness. Our food menu is based on good old fashioned home cooking. Separate back deck can accommodate private functions. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399. Website: www.franksplacebeijing.com
 Acupuncture's Return to i-Ultra
Acupuncture returning to i-Ultra in July with a bigger noise! DJ Weng Weng, Gao Hu, Pancake Lee and Terry Tu will bring their finest tunes to the dance floor that you have been long missing, while VJ W working up a sensational visual world. Admission: RMB50. 11pm-4:30am, July 11. Block 8 TEL (86) 1381 0347 555
 Sina & Menllo Music Party @ Yugong Yishan
Menllo summer music party comes again! Six bands will bring our old and new friends to Yugong Yishan. We havn't meet each other for long and cannot wait to meet again. Admission: RMB40. 8:30pm-2am, July 9. Yigong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com
 Make Friends Party
Make Friends Party allows you to find friends who share your interests. You will find your fate, feeling and passion tonight! With the games, violin performances and artistic performances, the band and dance groups will let you fall in love with Tonight! Music code: trance, hip-hop, etc. RMB10 for entry. 8pm-2am, July 12. Landai Time and Space TEL (8610) 8467 1001
For more information about above events, please visit www.98street.com |
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 Chef Stefano's Summer Flavours
This summer, at La Gondola, our Italian Chef Stefano will pamper you with the finest dishes from his home country. Lunch time offers a special business set including wine for the executive in a hurry. Open daily from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and 5:30 am to 11:00 pm. For reservations, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5707.
 2 New Dining Experiences in Xidan Beijing
China Kitchen Chinese Restaurant with 150 people capability maximum plus 10 different views 4-60 people capability VIP rooms is offering opening promotion as 600RMB out of 1000RMB set menu for 4-6 people and 1000RMB out of 1500RMB set menu for 6-8 people now. V9 All Day Dining is offering BUY 1 GET 2 opening promotion with over minimum 60 various choices for lunch buffet as 128RMB per person and 80 various choices for dinner buffet as 168RMB per person. Valid till 31 July,2008. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6603 6688.
 Barbecue @ Fountain Piazza
Includes live music, free flowing beer and soft drinks. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 6PM-9PM (weather permitting). Adult: RMB158; Child: RMB98(4-12 years old). All prices subject to 15% service charge. For reservations please call (8610) 6437 6688.
 Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong July F&B Promotions
*Peony Garden Chinese Restaurant - Newfangled delicacies bear the native taste of Southern China cuisine: RMB80 and up/per order. Special offer - Nutritious Dalian Abalone: RMB158 per person. *Orchid Terrace Cafe (coffee shop) - Garden BBQ Dinner Buffet, RMB160+15% service charge per person. Please come and try our BBQ Dinner Buffet in hotel's in-house garden and taste sumptuous dainties while enjoying panoramic views of the manicured greens. 6 kinds of Summer dessert are priced RMB30 to RMB60. *Sakura Japanese Restaurant: 3 tempting eel dishes, offered especially for dinner, RMB 120-160 per person. 2 kinds of special combination are priced RMB480 and RMB680 (Plus 15% service charge). Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555. For more info, please click here
 Aprevino at The Westin Beijing Financial Street
Rub shoulders with the glitz and glamour of the city on 25 July in the outdoor Zen garden. The place to be seen every last Friday of the month, set a trend and mingle with Beijing's chic high society. Soak in the swish alfresco atmosphere over a delightful Italian snack buffet and two special Aprevino drinks to hit the spot after a long week from 7pm to 10pm, all for RMB 100 net per person. Groups above 10 people receive a 10% discount, dine in Prego on the night, and receive a 15% discount. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6629 7815.
Rumi
Persian Grill
Rumi is crisply decorated with a strictly modern feel.
Iranian cuisine prizes sour flavors such as pomegranate and sumac,
a dried crushed sour red berry and green herbs. The menu here
focuses on beef, lamb, chicken and fish kebabs. The chicken leg
kebab is succulently tender and juicy, marinated in a mix of saffron
and lemon juice. Vegetarians could make a hearty meal of humus,
tomato and feta and vegetable salads. For dessert, try the delicate
little baklava stuffed with cardamon and walnuts. Daily 11:30am
- 11pm, Xiaoyun Road (opposite King's Garden Villas), Chaoyang
District TEL (8610) 8454 3838 |
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 Daily Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or click here
Mei Lanfang Memorial Museum
Founded in October 1986, Mei Lanfang Memorial Museum was the former residence of Mei Lanfang since 1949 to 1961. It is a quiet typical Beijing courtyard covers a space of 700 square meters. In 1965, the Mei family donated almost all of Mei Lanfang's valuable lifetime collection of books, manuscripts, calligraphies and paintings by distinguished artists and by himself, as well as other precious cultural relics and antiques to the government. Most are now preserved here with great care. Address: No.9, Huguosi Street, Xicheng District TEL (8610) 6618 3598
Beijing Great Wall International Travel Agency
Founded in 1984, Beijing Great Wall International Travel Agency is an A-class travel agency. With our motto of "Customer first, service first and faith first", we have gained good reputation at home and abroad. Our experienced and professional managing staff and tour guides are ready to offer you the best services at all time. Address: Room 315, No.12, South Road of the Capital Indoor Stadium, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8838 5085
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 The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's educational approach arises out of the best practices found in British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results, respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents, teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.
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Health &
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Chunzhuang Beauty Center
Beijing Chunzhuang Beauty Center is a professional beauty organization, which is specialized in skin care, body care, anti-acne, anti-spot, etc. All our beauticians have a working experience of more than five years and have senior beautician accreditations. Chunzhuang Beauty Center will welcome you with our thoughtful and high-quality services. Address: Room 309, No. 4 Building of Huatengyuan Community, East End of Jinsong, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8779 3657
Matra Yoga Fitness Center
Matra Yoga is a professional Yoga fitness center with peaceful environment and strong Yoga culture. Our professionally trained directors are willing to help you in learning Yoga postures and theroies. No matter you want to improve your health condition, to balance your living attitude to relax or to beautify you body, you will find a satisfactory answer in Matra Yoga Fitness Center. Address: No. 0506, Tower 1, No. 18, Enji Zhuang, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8812 9896
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Beijing Xinxiu Relocation Company
Beijing Xinxiu Relocation Company are the first relocation companies that introduced information management devices in this industry. All of our trucks are equipped with GPS and GIS. No matter where you are living in Beijing, we can ensure you a quick service across the whole city. Starting price: RMB180. TEL (8610) 6129 9696
Likang Home Moving Company
Likang Home Moving Company is a large relocation and delivering company whose business area covers individual home moving, piano delivering, heavy equipment moving and house keeping services. With professional and skilled staff and advanced internet unified scheduling platform, we can ensure you a timely, thoughtful and safe service. Starting price: RMB180. TEL (8610) 8733 5770
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Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic native english speaker preferably with previous experience in teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or international schools. Applicant must have a University degree and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested can email us at dalwya@gmail.com. |
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Synchros Translation Company
Ever since our establishment, Beijing Synchros Translation Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to excellence, fast response, and total confidentiality. Currently, we employ a permanent team of dozens of highly qualified translators/interpreters, together with over 1,000 contracted personnel, as well as top experts around the world who provide top quality editing services in their native tongue. We have particular expertise in the IT, machinery, insurance, law, pharmaceutical, chemical, communications and power sectors. We also provide a one-stop service including translation, proofreading, text processing, typesetting, printing and binding. We look forward to working with you, and to welcoming you among our growing list of discerning clients. Address: Room 218, Ju'an Office Building, No. 8 of Chedaogou, Haidian District TEL (8610) 6872 7922
Beijing Huafeng Law Firm
Formed by senior lawyers, experienced experts, professors and scholars, Beijing Huafeng Law Firm is an expert in the fields of real estate, intellectual property, corporate business, and capital management. With our professional skills, we are able to meet the different requirements of different customers and provide multiple law services in varied fields. Address: 3rd floor, No.4 Building of Foreign Experts Building, NO.8 Huayanbeili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8284 1736
Nongyuan House Keeping Company
Nongyuan House Keeping Company is a professional house keeping company that has a complete management system and a high-quality team. As a standard, professional and distinctive house keeping company, we provide house keeping, cleaning and some special nursing services for you. Our hard-wording and thoughtful workers will help you solve the problems in house keeping. Our high-quality services will contribute to your high-quality life. Address: Room 601, Tower A-1, Piaoliang Shopping Center, No.68, Anli Road, Asian Games Village TEL (8610) 6484 4046 |
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One World - International Printmaking Exhibition
Celebrating cultural diversity through traditional and contemporary printmaking. Twelve artists from China, Canada, Korea and America will link people with different nationalities, cultures and beliefs together. Free entry.
July 12-August 14. Amelie Art Gallery TEL (8610) 6530 7048
Art Exhibition: Unmoved
Focusing on social phenomenon from a special angle of view
, Galleria Continua presents you the Chinese and Western artists group exhibition. Artists will influence visitors with their works from different angles and by sensibility. The works also analyze the relationship between "moved" and "unmoved". Free entry.
July 12-August 12. Galleria Continua TEL (8610) 6436 1005
Chaotic Code: You Jin's Solo Exhibition
Having been devoted into discovering and bringing forth new contemporary artists, Beijing New Age Gallery will hold You Jin's Solo Exhibition on July 5th, 2008. The theme of this exhibition is "Chaotic Code". The painter constructs objects by resorting to multiple combinations of all kinds of brilliant codes, colors and light, so that the appearances may become free and infinite revelations of the hidden truth lying underneath. In their colorfulness and brilliance, they not only satisfy man's demand for direct and intense sensual excitements, but also reflect the bustle, flashiness, desires and emptiness of the modern world.
July 5-27, New Age Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9282
Guo Wei Solo Show
Born in the 1960s, Guo Wei is a shining star among contemporary artists. He has held many solo art shows and joint exhibitions. With his insistence on painting and his concern about the special relationship between human and the society, he gains a wide acceptance from the art world. Free entry.
June 21-July 19, Tang Contemporary Art TEL (8610) 8459 9522
Wang Du: 2008/8002 Somnambulate Realism
July 5-August 24, Arario Beijing TEL (8610) 5202 3800
Praise: Wang Limin Solo Exhibition
June 8-September 5, Imagine Gallery TEL (8610) 6438 5747
Art Exhibition "Joan Fontcuberta: Googleramas"
June 7-July 27, Institute Cervantes TEL (8610) 5879 9666
Olivier Mosset
Born in Bern, Switzerland, Olivier Mosset is perhaps the most radical of the Radical Painting Group of New York. He has produced work ranging from monochrome to conceptual and back again. His work is represented in important public and private collections all over Europe and the United States. Free entry.
June 14-July 13, doArt Beijing TEL (8610) 8459 9522 |
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Macau Chinese Orchestra Concert
Founded in 1987, the Macau Chinese Orchestra is a performing group under the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macau SAR. This biggest orchestra in Macau has 35 members and holds concerts across Macau and overseas. Tickets selling for RMB80-380.
7:30pm, July 12-13. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Spanish Modern Dance: Don Quixote
Adapted from the novel of the famous Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, the dance drama was first performed in Bolshoy Theatre, Moscow on December 26, 1869.
7:30pm, July 9-10. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Opera: Aida By Cairo Opera House
As one of the most famous opera houses in the Middle East area, Cairo Opera House is an important cultural organization in Egypt. With Cairo Opera House as its core, the Egypt government established ballet group, orchestra, chorus, traditional Arabic music group, children's chorus, museum and gallery, forming the National Cultural Centre. Tickets selling for RMB180-880.
7:30pm, July 10-13. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Drama: The Club
Adapted from a popular drama of the Australian playwright David Williamson, The Club tells a story happens in a meeting room of a football club. Through the interest dispute between the bigwigs of the club, it reveals the intrigues and power contest in different classes of the society.
7:30pm, July 11-28. Mini Theatre of Beijing People's Art Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996
Drama: Rhinoceros In Love
A representative work of modern Chinese drama. Performed by National Theatre Company of China. Tickets selling for RMB100-250.
7:30pm, June 9-August 3. Fengchao Theatre TEL (8610) 8404 9981
All Loves-Concert By Sun Nan
Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, July 12-13. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996
Comedy: Two Secrets That Can Not Be Disclosed
Tickets selling for RMB100-280.
7:30pm, July 1-20. Chaoyang Culture Center/TNT Theater TEL (8610) 6417 7845
Big Stage Play
Tickets selling for RMB100/280.
7:30pm, June 18-July 15. Mini Theatre of Beijing People's Art Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996 |
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Schnitzel Day
Die Kochmuetzen replenishes your energy for the week ahead: we offer you All You Can Eat Schnitzels (escalopes). RMB60-78 various styles, from the famous Wiener Schnitzel to Gypsy Escalope and Escalope Italia.
Die Kochmuetzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
Open Mic
Open Mic is not a band, but a chance for bands or artists who have never performed at 13 Club, so always expect some new faces each week. Free entry.
9pm. 13 Club TEL (8610) 8262 8077
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Yugong Yishan Big Band
Jam Session of Yugong Yishan's very own big band. All musicians are welcome to hit the stage! Admission: RMB30.
9pm-3am. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
White Rabbit Hip Hop Night
We have White Rabbit hip hop night DJs Shorty S, Laodu, MC Tangliang. Free entry from 9pm to 2am.
White Rabbit TEL (86) 1332 1123 678
VIP Night
Kandi Klub invites you to our popular VIP Night. This is a prefect venue to entertain, socialise and have a good time with friends or business partners. We will enhance your surroundings with the latest chart music and high quality service from our staff.
Kandi Klub TEL (8610) 6590 9999
Lady's Night @ Angel
A super high themed party where you can make every decision on your own. Free admission.
8:30pm till late. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
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INN Big Brekkie
New to the community? Or simply got a whole lot of family you did not know arriving on your door step for the Olympics? Today Susan Trimble our travel expert helps us deal with expected and unexpected visitors! Come to this one-session seminar to learn how to show your visitors a great time and survive it too! Join us for a big scrumptious German style breakfast featuring in season Asparagus and Sparkling Wine. A lot of conversation and meet some new friends!
10am-12midday. Schindlers Anlegestelle TEL (8610) 6463 1108
Spanish Modern Dance: Don Quixote
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Sina & Menllo Music Party @ Yugong Yishan
8:30pm-2am. Yigong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711
Color of Jazz
Join i-Ultra on a journey to the smoky lounges of New York City for a night of intimate jazz, champagne and cigars. The most unique live music venue in the city is altered into a warm and romantic showcase of the city's top live jazz performers.
9pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
Mini Skirt Party
Every Wednesday night belongs to all women! Everyone is welcome to join us to become the most shining dancing queen of the night. Dress code: mini skirt highly recommended. The Bank Lounge & Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998
Venus's Night
Check out the best dancing music and the specials. Free drink on ALL the cocktails for ladies before midnight. Free Entrance. 9pm until late. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
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Opera: Aida By Cairo Opera House
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Spanish Modern Dance: Don Quixote
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Latino Cafe
Experience a Ladies' Night in i-Ultra's fiery yet sensual Latin Lounge and feel the impassioned beats of Salsa, Merengue and Reggaeton. Warm up to the tracks of Eddie LV and DJ Omar before Colombia's very own Andres V heats up the dance floor. Ladies enjoy free rum and tequila cocktails from 9pm till midnight.
Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
Champagne Night
Come to enjoy the most incredible champagne deal in Beijing. Buy 2 bottles champagne, get one free specials.
8pm-2am. Vics Club. TEL (8610) 5393 0333
Ladies Night
2 for 1 for Ladies.
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Boogie Woogies Night
DJ Woogie "Bobby" and DJ Boogie "Man" will bring you back to your good old Disco days and more. A complimentary classic shooter for those comes with retro outfit or our desired dress.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Friday, July 11, 2008
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Opera: Aida By Cairo Opera House
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Acupuncture's Return to i-Ultra
11pm-4:30am. Block 8 TEL (86) 1381 0347 555
Morse
DJs: Dio and Mickey Zhang. RMB 30 for entry.
11pm-4am. White Rabbit TEL (86) 1332 1123 678
Friday Beer Promotion
One Meter HB beer (11 glasses) including 1 Butcher Starter (cold cut platter) for RMB250 only! Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830
80's Night
Join us for the new and improved 80's experience, now every Friday night and featuring 4 DJs on rotation to keep the mix fresh. The best from the 80's with a few surprises from the 70's and 90's and no cover charge! Rock out with the infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B and the strut of Sweet FA. Enjoy 80's prices on shots and Long Island Ice Tea. Free entry. 10pm onward. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday, July 12, 2008
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Opera: Aida By Cairo Opera House
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Macau Chinese Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Make Friends Party
8pm-2am. Landai Time and Space TEL (8610) 8467 1001
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Sunday, July 13, 2008
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Opera: Aida By Cairo Opera House
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705
Macau Chinese Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Sunday Brunch
One of the best Sunday Brunches in town! Pamper yourself with a wide variety of German delicacies in a relaxed and tranquil atmosphere while enjoying classic music performed by our string quartet! Large buffet, all you can eat with live cooking station, fresh oysters, cold-cut selection and choose a main course from a special selection, German desserts buffet, including 2 glasses of Sparkling Wine per person or free flow of HB beer, juices and coffee/tea. RMB188 per person only! Children under 3, free of charge and aged 3-7 pay only half price.
11:30am-3pm. Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830 |
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INN Sanlitun Social Coffee Morning
The INN Coffee Mornings are purely social events in local cafes that allow you to get to know people who live close by, plus pick up a few tips and tricks from those who have been around the neighborhood awhile! 10am, July 15. The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507
INN Shunyi Social Coffee Morning
10am, July 17. O'Brien's TEL (8610) 6450 8588
DMC World Champ 2007 - DJ Rafik
A 24 year old DJ/Turntablist/Producer/Handsome Boi from Dusseldorf, Germany, DJ Rafik has been on the music tip since he can think. As a Club DJ, he mainly plays club orientated hip hop, all kinds of electronica, a little rock, baltimore, baile funk, whatever banging. But he can also lace a deep and soulful underground set that will tease your stoned eardrum. 9pm-3am, July 18. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6550 8888 |
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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/
to get started with CharityInChina.org!
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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.
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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 9:00am for advanced level.
Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com
or 1300 103 9563.
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 visit us online at www.beijingifc.org
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
Women's Football
ClubFootball's MasterCard Women's Sessions will return to the pitch soon! With the combination of coaching by ClubFootball's FA-qualified staff and matchplay the sessions are suitable for everybody - beginner to advanced alike. Sessions stress the importance of soccer as a fun activity which can aid your health and as a social occasion which is a great place to meet new friends. If you are interested in playing women-s football, whatever your age or ability, then please contact us at play@wanguoqunxing.com or see www.clubfootball.com.cn
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
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. |
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