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Hotel Deals |
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Grand
Mercure Baolong Shanghai Summer Promotion Package
Grand Mercure Baolong Shanghai located in this colourful metropolis,
the hotel artfully blends contemporary and local design, with
374 well appointed rooms and offers genuine 5 star rated standards
comfort and services. From now to August 31 2009, summer promotion
package is only from RMB500 per room per night (subject to a 15%
service charge) and you can enjoy much complimentary benefits
during the trip. For reservations, please dial (8621) 3505 9666
ext. 5059.
GMB
Triple B Package
Superior - RMB888+15% per room per night, inclusive of 1 daily
breakfast; Deluxe - RMB988+15% per room per night, inclusive of
1 daily breakfast; Executive Club - RMB1188+15% pe room per night,
with Full Club benefits; 2nd person breakfast supplement will
be additional of RMB100 for all the above rooms category. Validity
- with immediate to August 31, 2009. Contact Line: (8610) 8587
6888 - 5888.
Hotel
Kunlun July Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Summer Room rate promotion. A
great price gets you a room with complimentary broadband internet,
fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room: RMB 980 net inclusive
of breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB 1180 net inclusive of breakfast;
Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1380 inclusive of Summit Club Executive
breakfast. Reservations are required in advance, subject to availability.
For further information, please contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations
Department at: Tel: (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
Business
Value Rate at Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Weekday: Superior Room - RMB1, 470.00 per room per night | Deluxe
Room - RMB1, 570.00 per room per night | Executive Room - RMB1,
780.00 per room per night. Weekend: Superior Room - RMB1, 320.00
per room per night | Deluxe Room - RMB1, 420.00 per room per night
| Executive Room - RMB1, 630.00 per room per night. Include: Free
Airport butler service, one way pick-up for one night stay and
round trip for two nights stay | One complementary buffet breakfast
| Free Internet access | Free access to both health club outlets
and indoor swimming pool | Rate subject to 15% surcharge. Valid
date from May to end of August, 2009. The terms and conditions
are subject to availability and confirmation by the Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center. We look forward to welcoming you
to stay at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center! For reservations:
Reservations.Beijing@kempinski.com;
Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 Fax: (8610) 6462 2204.
The Family Getaway at Kempinski Sanya From RMB1480 / room / night
June 30, 2009. Spend quality time with your kids at the tropical
paradise resort of Kempinski Sanya, the only resort in sanya,
with it's own private beach. This great value package is specially
tailor-made for families and kids with a promise of endless Fun
& Games. Please click
here for more details. Conditions apply: *Valid from July
01, 2009 to Oct 31, 2009 excluding the National Day period from
Sep 30 to Oct 08 2009 | *Valid for minimum 2 nights stay in Deluxe
Ocean View and above room categories | *Subject to availability
| *Can not be used in conjunction with any other promotions. For
more information please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com
or call us on (86898) 3889 8888.
Super
Value Meeting Package--Meeting Package at only RMB488+ per person
Until 30 September 2009, meeting groups between 15 to 30 people
taking on this package will be accorded up to three complimentary
Superior Rooms for use on the same night. Package includes rental
of function space; bottled water and a sumptuous buffet lunch
at Coffee Garden. Enquiry Hotline: (8610) 6561 8833-6633; E-mail:
annie.an@shangri-la.com
Recharging
is Invited - Spa Package with Free Mandara Spa Treatment for Two
Nurture yourself with a 2-night stay at Sheraton Sanya Resort.
Daily breakfasts energize you and 90-minute free Mandara Spa treatment
for two invigorates you. Dinner at Lotus Cafe or Spice Garden
for a relaxing end to a very good day. Take advantage of a late
checkout to linger and make the most of your holiday. Because
you don't just stay here. You belong. For more details, please
click
here. Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya
or call (86898) 8855 8855 for more information.
Take
a Piece of Heaven Home
Celebrate the heavenly bed's 10th anniversary at The Westin Beijing
Financial Street. Stay or accumulate 10 room nights and receive
a complimentary heavenly bed, from rmb 1800 per night exclusively
on our 'Take a Piece of Heaven Home' offer only. Buy a heavenly
bed and receive 10 complimentary room night vouchers. This exclusive
offer is valid until 31 December 2009 subject to 15% service charge.
Terms and conditions apply. To make a reservation please call
(8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com
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Nightlife |
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Brand
New Venue, Brand New Menu
The 2nd Office is an perfect place for a party or meeting with
private rooms & wonderful atmosphere. Just tell us your budget
& requires we do the rest! The best Mexican food and Tapas
in town. Mon-Fri 17:00-22:00; Sat-Sun 12:00-22:00. Girls Night
Tuesdays 8 pm First Free cocktail. Queens Party &Texas Hold'em
Night are going out. Franks ladies night every Monday 20.00-22.00,
ladies drink free! Address: Jiang Tai Xi Lu 9-3, west of the Rosedale
Hotel. Lido area. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; 1390 491 6811; 1358 160
0066.
DJ
Dopey
Master of the art of turntablism, DJ Dopey is a rare and humbled
talent that will continue to push the limits, making his debut
in Beijing. DJ Dopey has battled his way to the top, playing alongside
pioneers like DJ Q-Bert, DJ Craze, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mix Master
Mike, Dopey solidified his role amongst these innovative DJ's
while also sharing stages with artists including Eminem, Madlib,
Slum Village, Frank N Dank, Kardinal Offishall, Gang Starr and
DJ'd exclusively for DCS. RMB50. 9pm till late. July 11. Bling
Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Ivan
Kupala Party(Crazy Russian Party)
Old Russian tradition to celebrate this holy day like you can
see. Jumping, fire, much water, after all having sex - that is
what Ivan Kupala Day! We can't promise you the last thing but
we guarantee you will have fun this night!!! Come and celebrate
this crazy night with club "Chocolate"! Be careful,
Mermaids will be very active this night, if they get you, you
will not have any chance to escape! 9pm-5am, July 10. Chocolate
Club TEL (8610) 8561 3988
Detriot
Techno Legend Derrick May
11:11 presents Detriot techno legend Derrick May at Ruby Khi with
Patrick Yu, Kai, Eddie LV and Miami underground don, Conway upstairs
at the BEACH. RMB80 at door. RMB60 reduced and comes with a free
drink. 11pm-4am, July 9. Block 8 TEL 134 3978 4277
All-Star's
Hot Dog Eating Contest
All-Star's first ever Hot Dog Eating Contest will be hosted on
July 11. Ten contestants will compete in a 3-minute hot dog eating
contest for their chance to win a grand prize of RMB1,000 Cash.
Six time world champion Takeru "Tsunami" Kobayashi could
eat down 59 dogs in 10 minutes. Are you up for All Star's Challenge?
Come sign up at All-Star. 1pm, July 11. Bling Club All Star TEL
(8610) 5905 6999
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Dining Out |
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All-You-Can-Eat
A La Carte, Freshly Prepared Dim Sum
Come and indulge in the most authentic Cantonese Dim Sum, freshly
steamed & prepared by our Hong Kong Chef, order from A La
Carte, for just CNY128 net per person! Get a 10% early-bird discount
when paying bill before 12:30pm. Every Saturday & Sunday 11:00am-2:30pm.
Starts from 28th March, 2009. Advanced reservation is required.
F&B Hotline: (8610) 6530 9383. PS: Don't forget about our
Daily Soup...available 7 days a week.
Two
Year Anniversary Exclusive at Skyline Cafe
Celebrate Skyline Cafe's Two-Year Anniversary, with a
Two for One Buffet Special! Enjoy one complimentary buffet lunch
or dinner when accompanied by one paying friend (limited to one
complimentary buffet meal per visit). For more information, kindly
contact: (8610) 6590 3229.
Sushi
& Soul
Every Sunday evening from 5:30pm to 10:00pm. The best
sushi, the freshest sashimi and crispy tempura as much as you
wish, prepared by our Japanese Chef right in front of you. Be
impressed with the impeccable presentation, mysterious flavours
and enjoy the sounds of the legends of soul. Choose a premium
Japanese sake to complete your meal and enjoy. Where everything
happens before your eyes, Kranzler's Restaurant & Bar. * Prices
are in RMB, per person and subject to 15% surcharge. Opening Hours:
6:00am to 12:00 midnight. For reservations please call (8610)
6465 3388 ext 4105 or e-mail us at restaurant.beijing@kempinski.com
Kiwi-licious
13th - 24th July 2009
Join us at Coffee Garden for New Zealand food promotion that featuring
specialities such as "Cocktail of Raw and Marinated Seafood
with Coconut Cream, Lime and Coriander", "Herb-crusted
Lamb Rack with Sweet Potato Croquette and Apple Slaw" and
"Passion Fruit and Manuka Honey Cheese Cake with Fresh Berries".
Create your own three course meal with a glass of your favourite
Kiwi sauvignon blanc or pinot noir for RMB265 or choose from the
chef's delectable range of Kiwi appetisers, mains and sweets starting
from RMB45. Coffee Garden is located on the ground floor of Shangri-La's
Kerry Centre Hotel, Beijing at 1 Guanghua Road Beijing 100020.
For more information, contact (8610) 6561 8833 extension 40.
Summer
BBQ
Rouse your senses in a relaxing oasis with a sizzling summer BBQ
at The Westin Beijing Financial Street. Relax and renew in our
quaint outdoor Zen garden with a char grilled barbeque. Sample
sizzling premium imported meat, fresh seafood, exquisite sides
and buckets of chilled international beers to match. Every Thursday
and Friday from 6pm to 10pm until 31 September, RMB 228 per person
net plus three international beers or soft drinks. For more information
or reservations, please call (8610) 6629 7815.
The
Most Exquisite 5-star Muslim Restaurant in Beijing
Take an exquisite bite of the most refined Muslim gastronomic
craft only at Yi Jin Yuan Muslim Restaurant. Experience the Traditional
Roasted Lamb and Chinese Kabob cooked on a charcoal frill and
served with baked Xin Jiang bread, Chef Salad and selection of
fine seafood at your choice. Spend over RMB2,000 could receive
a traditional Dim Sum basket valued at RMB98. More surprises please
contact (8610) 8465 0088 / (8610) 8465 2288. For English service
please contact 139 1009 3250.
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Travel Information |
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Be
First to Get Our Low Fare Tickets, China to Europe only CNY3,400
SAS flies daily from Beijing to Scandinavia. Now you can enjoy
our summer special starting from CNY3,400. Same fare fly from
34 domestic cities in China to Scandinavia. For more information,
check out on www.flysas.cn
or call SAS offices Beijing: (8610) 8527 6100, Shanghai: (8621)
5228 5001 or click
here. * Exclude tax and surcharges.
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
Best
Summer Resort-Wulingshan Mountain
Wulingshan Mountain National Nature Reserve features a forest
coverage rate of 93%. With an altitude of 2118 meters, the reserve
keeps an average temperature of 7.6 Celsius degrees all year round
and the average temperature for the hottest days in summer is
only 17.6 Celsius degrees, hence the reserve wins the nickname
of the Cool Island in Northern China. Come here, you will be closer
to nature and find peace in your mind away from the complicated
world affairs. Transportation: Take JingMi Bus to Miyun from Dongzhimen
Bus Stop, then transfer to a long distance coach to Dongxiaobaiqi
and get off at Heiguancun, Caojialu, Xingchengzi Town. For more
details, please call (8610) 8102 2498 or contact your preferred
travel agencies.
Beijing
Kaixing Aviation Service
As a professional air ticket agent, we've established solid relations
with more than 50 airline companies both in and out of China.
With our sincere and fast service as well as competitive price,
we've been long trusted by our clients. Besides, our dedicated
staff is always ready to serve with their great passion. We are
now able to provide you the latest and most accurate air ticket
information and airfare. For international air tickets please
call (8610) 8409 8008, for domestic air ticket (8610) 8409 8955
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Education |
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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 & Fitness |
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Neisen Daola Fitness Center
Boasting a business area of up to 1000 square meters, Neisen Daola
Fitness Center is a leisure club focusing on gyms and exercises
with appliances. Our refined indoor design creates a peaceful
atmosphere that stimulates the desire for sports. We have four
separate areas of water bar, appliance zone, gym hall and dressing
room and over 1000 members. We offer many kinds of courses, including
Yoga, Ballet, Latin dance and more. All our coaches are well trained
and work with a professional certificate. If you have any inquiries
on health and fitness you are welcome to call us at (8610) 6599
2238
Beijing Yinghuang Medical Beauty Clinic
Approved by China's Ministry of Health, Yinghuang Medical Beauty
Clinic is a professional beauty solution provider based in Beijing.
We have such classified services as medical beauty, beauty surgery
and skin beauty and we are especially good at breasts surgery,
face lifting and eye bag removal. We offer 24-hour free consulting
service and pay due respect to patients' privacy by arranging
special personnel to offer whole distance care to them. Address:
2F, Jinyu Plaza, Changchunjie, Xicheng District TEL (8610) 6356
3877
Nuoya
Dental
A small and delicate dental clinic, we provide professional dental
care service with the latest dental technology of Switzerland
and the United States. Due to our expertise, we've attracted a
number of celebrities as our clients. Featured services: dental
beauty, porcelain crown and all-ceramic. Address: 28F, Block B,
Inzone, Dongcheng District, Beijing TEL (8610) 8454 9939 |
Relocations |
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Beijing Sitong Hongyuan Relocation Service
A professional relocation service provider in Beijing, we have
a group of experienced and well trained staff who are skilled
in moving and delivering your furniture and other precious pieces.
We’ve entered long term cooperation with many a company and government
department in Beijing and have won wide acclaim with our speedy,
efficient and high quality service. Luxury relocation package:
CNY1200, economical relocation package: CNY1000. For details about
us please dial (8610) 6288 1643.
Ant
Home Moving
As one of the oldest home moving service providers in the Chinese
capital, Ant Home Moving is specialized in home moving, transportation
and related services. Our service ranges from the complicated
hoisting and erection to air-conditioner maintenance and tube
installation. Currently we have more than 80 vehicles of various
types and over 100 employees to cater your demand. We promise
to provide you the most efficient and fast service at reasonable
prices. Booking hotline: (8610) 6281 8736
Your
Own Home Moving Company-Beijing Zhongyou
Beijing Zhongyou Home Moving is a modern company whose businesses
integrate home moving, goods delivery and logistics. With over
100 dedicated staff and more than 70 trucks of different sizes,
we can help you move around town most cost-effectively. We have
branches across the city to offer you the most convenient service.
Starting price: CNY180. TEL (8610) 8238 8166 |
Jobs |
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for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Full-time Math
And Science Teacher Wanted
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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Lugguage & Household Articles Deposit Service
Are you worried that you don't have an extra room to keep all
your extra belongings and furniture? Do you need a special agent
to help you keep your things when you go abroad or when you are
on holiday or changing an apartment? We can provide you a satisfying
solution! With a complete and efficient management mechanism,
we can make you rest assured of all your belongings while you
are away. Service hotline: (8610) 6573 8155
Coleclub
Provides You Chinese "Filipino Domestic Workers"
Coleclub is a membership organization providing professional housekeeping
service. All of our service assistants have undergone health check-up
and ID authentication. They are well trained and have insurance.
Over 40% of them are graduates of college or above. Meanwhile,
special personnel are available to be responsible for the reception
and tracking of foreign clients. Featured service (just for foreigners):
nannies, baby-sitter, housekeeping, tutor, hourly-worker, day-care,
housemaid. Address: Room G-3B, Just Make Building, No. 55 XingFuCunZhong
Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing TEL (8610) 6416 3283
Beijing
Ocean Times Translation Service
Ocean Times Translation Service is a professional translation
and interpretation company in Beijing. Boasting in excess of several
hundred university teachers, professionals of different trades,
top-notch freelancers and overseas returnees as our core translators
and revisers, and an extensive and high caliber translator pool
comprising several thousand talented individuals in more than
50 languages covering most fields, we can deliver a fast and high
quality translation and interpretation service to you. Add: Room
907, 9th floor, Building D2 "Tian-Chuang-Shi-Yuan" Building
Complex, 314 Huizhongbeili, ChaoYang District, Beijing TEL (8610)
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Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibitions |
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The
6th Asia International Wind Power Equipment Exhibition
July 8-10, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460
0223
The 4th China International Design Arts Exposition
2009
July 11-13, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6835 4457
Transforming Pictures: A Contemporary (Re)presenting
Of Traditional
The exhibition is animated by the desire to articulate a more
effective theoretical framework-transforming picture that emphasizes
the central position of language in Chinese culture and how oil
paintings produced under the imperative influence of China's language.
July 6-18, National Art Museum of China TEL (8610) 6400 1476
Oil Painting Exhibition of Chikako Ikeguchi
Chikako Ikeguchi is very gifted in painting and she loves life
and nature, consistently seeking for techniques of expression
to beauty of nature and will of life. Over 50 oil paintings and
illustrations created by her in recent years will be on show in
this exhibition.
July 9-18, National Art Museum of China TEL (8610) 6400 1476
Taihe-Return To The East
This is a joint exhibition of artists Dongfang Tuqin, Fu Zenan
and Tang Chenghua.
June 26-July 25, Taihe Classical Gallery TEL (8610) 8595 2156
"Fang Cui Hui Wang"-He Youzhi Series
Painting Exhibition
June 19-July 19, Art Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy TEL (8610)
6502 5171
Classic Found-Found Museum Collections
Featuring art works of Andy Warhol, Arman, Cesar, Salvador Dali,
Charles Matton and Rodin.
July 5-August 2, Found Museum TEL (8610) 6433 7617
The Dimensions Of Double Images: Contemporary
Young Artist Group Exhibition
Artists Mu Lei, Tao Damin, Zhong Shan, Jiang Miao, Zhao Mei and
many more bring their works on the show.
July 4-31, New Age Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9282
Nostalgy-Beijing-Paris
This is an exhibition of works of Ma Yanleng and Wang Yu, two
artists of different backgrounds.
June 6-July 26, Dialogue Space TEL (8610) 5876 9392
Reflect-Focus Art Exhibition
May 28-September 6, Dun Gallery TEL (8610) 8042 2396
Rodel Tapaya Solo Exhibition: Mythical Roots
June 19-July 26, Soka Art Center TEL (8610) 8401 2377
China Agriculture Museum Picture Exhibition
June 1-September 30, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall
TEL (8610) 6502 5798
80 Hair Dryers And Fabric-Shen Yuan's Solo Exhibition
May 16-July 18, UCCA TEL (8610) 8459 9269
Domus Collection
Works of Anish Kapoor, Dingyi, Gao Yeling and many others will
be selected for the show to promote cross-culture exchange.
May 18-July 31, White Space Beijing TEL (8610) 8456 2054
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Theater & Performances |
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Tenerife
Symphony Orchestra Concert
Armed with the huge influence left by those great names of the music,
The Tenerife Symphony Orchestra (OST) from Spain has toured the
most important concert halls of Spain and also appeared at some
of great musical centers of Germany and the United Kingdom, as a
guest of the BBC for its presentation in London. Tickets selling
for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, July 6. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Roam About The Classics-Shenzhen
Symphony Orchestra Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-400.
7:30pm, July 7-8. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Concert Of Beijing
Symphony Orchestra In Celebration Of The 60th Birthday Of The
P.R.C
Tickets selling for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, July 8. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
The 2nd International
Youth Art Week-Tang Xiaoliang Piano Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-300.
7:30pm, July 9. Century Theatre TEL (8610) 6462 8470
Classics & Dreams
Symphony Concert Conducted By Kunzel
Tickets selling for RMB180-680.
7:30pm, July 10-11. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Johnny Jiang Solo Concert
Taiwan pop singer Johnny Jiang will hold his solo concert in Beijing.
Tickets selling for RMB280-1280.
7:30pm, July 10. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Kunqu Opera: Peach
Blossom Fan (1699)
By Jiangsu Kunqu Opera Troupe. Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, July 10-12. NCAP Theatre Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Open The Door Of Art-2009
Summer Art Festival Opening Concert
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 10. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
TVXQ
Korean boy band TVXQ, which consists of five members of U-know,
Hero, Xiah, Micky and Max stops in Beijing as part of their Asian
tours. Tickets selling for RMB280-1680.
7:30pm, July 11. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Mayday DNA Concert
Tickets selling for RMB255-1155.
7:30pm, July 11. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6835 8306
Summertime-Gershwin's
Works Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, July 11. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
China National Symphony
Orchestra 2009 Music Season-Xiao Gang Works Concert
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, July 11. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
White-haired Girl-World
Classic Music Symphony Concert
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 11. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Ballet Drama: Swan
Lake
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 11-12. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835
1383
Concert By Beijing
Wind Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB80-480.
7:30pm, July 12. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Moscow Nights-Du Yingjiao
Jazz Orchestra Concert
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 12. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Happy Piano Lesson-Huang
Yanmeng And Students Piano Recital
Tickets selling for RMB10-100.
7:30pm, July 12. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Huangmei Opera: "Nv
Fu Ma"
Tickets selling for RMB50-680.
7:30pm, July 12. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1211
Film: "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)"
Deception forces return to Earth on a mission to take Sam Witwicky
prisoner. Joining the mission to protect humankind is Optimus
Prime, who forms an alliance with international armies for a second
epic battle. Debut show on June 24. Tickets RMB50/60. In English
with Chinese subtitles. At all cinemas across town.
Wanda International Cinema (8610) 5960 3399
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) 6404 2159
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Monday, July 6, 2009
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Tenerife Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Pub Quiz
Come test your brain with our wine specials all night.
7:30pm. The Bookworm TEL (8610) 6586 9507
Happy Hour + Business Set Lunch Special
Buy one get one free on draft beers and house spirits, and complimentary
house wine for ladies during the All-Star Happy Hour time from
1-3pm and 5-7pm. RMB50 set business lunch includes 1 appetizer
and 1 main entree between 11am-2pm. RMB10 for an additional dessert.
Bling Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
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Roam About The Classics-Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm, today and tomorrow. NCPA Opera Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
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
Mini Skirt Party
Featuring Hip Hop and House. Ladies in mini skirt will get unlimited
Vodka all night.
8pm till late. Night Club TEL (8610) 6501 6698
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
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Frank's Quiz
RMB20. 8pm. Frank's Place TEL (8610) 6437 8399
Concert Of Beijing Symphony Orchestra In Celebration Of The 60th
Birthday Of The P.R.C
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Candy Shop
Every Wednesday is Candy Shop-the Block 8's version of Ladies
Night. Free candy cocktails for ladies all night long. Special
drinks for gentlemen as well.
9pm. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
One World One Salsa
With the slogan of One World One Salsa, we not only teach you
how to dance, but also offer you a perfect chance for networking.
Can't dance, no problem! We have professional coaches who will
teach you free of charge and enable you to dance immediately.
One selected cocktail on special offer each time.
8:30pm-9:30pm. Trader Vic's TEL (86) 139 1098 9820
Thursday, July 9, 2009
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2009 Bass Night
Tickets selling for RMB40/50. 8pm. Star Live Concert Hall TEL
(8610) 6425 5677
The 2nd International Youth Art Week-Tang Xiaoliang Piano Concert
7:30pm. Century Theatre TEL (8610) 6462 8470
Champagne Night
Come to enjoy the most incredible champagne deal in Beijing. Buy
2 bottles champagne, get one free specials.
8pm-2am. Vics 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
Friday, July 10, 2009
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Johnny Jiang Solo Concert
7:30pm. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
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
Alfa 80's Bubble Gum
Alfa celebrates the Neon Colored Bubble Gum Era of the 80s with
the best Pop and Top 40 tunes from Thompson Twins to Wham and
Cyndi Lauper. Free Shooters and Bubble Gum throughout the night
for those wearing glow in the dark colors. Free selected cocktail
for ladies before 12. Shooters: 8 for RMB100.
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday, July 11, 2009
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TVXQ
7:30pm. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Mayday DNA Concert
7:30pm, July 11. Capital Gymnasium TEL (8610) 6835 8306
Broken Sound "Shun Liu Er Xia" Concert
Tickets selling for RMB60, RMB50 for students. 8pm. Star Live
Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Summertime-Gershwin's Works Concert
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
China National Symphony Orchestra 2009 Music Season-Xiao Gang
Works Concert.
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
White-haired Girl-World Classic Music Symphony Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Back To The Basics
The Basic Ingredients for a Party: Groovy Tunes + Ladies Drink
Free (All Night)=Alfa Saturdays! Free entry.
9pm. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Saturday Night Live Sports
The Kings Bar, outside the south gate of Capital Paradise, Shunyi
TEL (8610) 8046 5456
Sunday, July 12, 2009
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Concert By Beijing Wind Orchestra
7:30pm. NCPA Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6655 0987
Moscow Nights-Du Yingjiao Jazz Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Huangmei Opera: "Nv Fu Ma"
7:30pm. Mei Lan Fang Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 5833 1211
Happy Bubbles Night
Mumm 750ml (Brut/ Rose); Moet 750ml (Brut/ Rose); Veuve Clicquot
Brut 750ml; NO.1 Bulle de Blanquette 750ml are all buy one get
one free.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6538 2349 ext. 202
Happy Piano Lesson-Huang Yanmeng And Students Piano Recital
7:30pm. Beijing Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6605 5846
Buy One Get One Free Sundays
All drinks buy one get one free at the counter (imported wines
and discounted drinks excluded. Spend RMB10000 and get 24 bottles
of selected imported wines, spend RMB5000 to get ten bottles of
specified wines.
8pm-2am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
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TV
Rock
Australia electronic dance combination TV Rock, which consists of
Grant Smillie and Ivan Gough, will come to Beijing for a live show.
As an award winning group, TV Rock has been elected as the No. 1
Technics Inthemix in Victoria and became resident DJ of super club
of Onelove. 9pm-4am, July 17. Coco Banana TEL (8610) 6552 6969
Eason Chan Beijing Concert
Eason Chan, a prominent male singer in Hong Kong's music industry,
will have his solo concert in the Chinese capital. Tickets selling
for RMB100-1000. 7:30pm, July 18. Workers' Stadium TEL (8610)
6501 6655
2009 Golden Mask Cosplay Festival
Tickets selling for RMB20-100. July 18-19. Huaqiaocheng Theatre,
Happy Valley TEL (8610) 6417 0058 (ticket)
A Real Taste Of Russia
Russian Standard presents "A Real Taste of Russia,"
bringing for the first time to Asia, DJ Fashion along with premium
Russian models and professional Go-Go dancers. Russian Standard
Drink Specials all night. RMB80. 9pm till late. July 18. Bling
Club All Star TEL (8610) 5905 6999
DJ Infamous
You can't ignore DJ Infamous. Infamous is a record producer and
three-time world champion DJ. Nowadays Infamous is producing music
for such artists as Lil' Wayne and Juelz Santana. As the main
star of Beijing International Hip Hop Music Festival, Infamous
will bring you his unique American hip hop. July 18. Tang Club
TEL (8610) 6500 8888
Sander Van Doorn
Sander Van Doorn is the world's No. 13 DJ. He changes his style
as frequently as he does for his name. He is mostly admired for
his insist on a hardcore route, which makes him unique in today's
tender and soft world. Ticket: presale at RMB60; at door TBD.
9pm till late. July 18. GT. Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636
Killa Kela
World's No. 1 Beatboxer rocks Beijing Club La. Their seamless
match and unparalleled skills will definitely bring the most aggressive
and exciting experience. Featuring Hip Hop, electro, fund, rock'n
roll and more. RMB50. 9:30pm till late, July 24. Club La TEL (8610)
6552 9998 Please visit www.98street.com
for more details.
Anzas-Grand Opening Party
Directly from Japan, 30 professional dancers and pro-DJ are coming
to support the party as well as some famous Chinese singers as
a secret guest. There will also be Raffle and Giveaways which
you may win prizes such as a free pass for classes on the day.
With collaborating with ANZAS dancers, this opening party special
live performance will be the event you don't want to miss out.
2pm open door, event starts at 3pm. RMB50 at door. August 1. Block
8 TEL (8610) 6400 1770
Grammy Queen MYA
God has given MYA too much: a sweet and young looks, a body which
is sexy enough to board the cover of "Penthouse". She
is a famous R & B Female Artist on pop music with both beauty
and talent in the United States. On August 21, the Tang Club will
feature hot dancers, red and sexy lips, slender legs under the
black mesh stockings. No one will want to miss out this event.
9pm-4am. Tang Club TEL (8610) 6500 8888
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Community Announcements |
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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!
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.
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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
ClubFootball
Junior Soccer Coaching
FA-qualified coaches teach soccer skills in a fun environment
to boys and girls aged 4 to 18 of all playing levels! Beginners
are welcome, and classes run at 18 venues across Beijing
afterschool and at weekends. Sign up in March for Spring
programmes kicking off in early April! Please see www.clubfootball.com.cn,
mail coaching@wanguoqunxing.com,
or call (8610) 5130 6893/4/5/6 for full details.
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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