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Issue 103 | Mar 21, 2005

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Travel Information

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Hotel Deals

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Education

Affordable Mandarin Training
The Shenzhen Interactive Language Center (SILC) provides quality Mandarin instruction at affordable rates. Conveniently located in Shekou, SILC implements the Taipei Language Institute's (TLI) world renowned Mandarin program that is taught at 16 centers worldwide. Individual classes and regularly scheduled group classes are both available. To learn more call (0755) 2681-8970 or www.tliilc.com

 

Relocations

Allied Pickfords Ltd., Allied International Moving Services
Predictable Quality in an Unpredictable World. International, domestic, local, office moves, relocation & orientation services, record storage management, pet service, storage. Please visit our international and local web sites at: www.alliedpickfords.com.cn , email: renata.inokomis@alliedpickfords.com.cn (Beijing) Tel: (86 10) 5870 1133 (Beijing)

Shengang Shunfa Relocation Service
Our company features highly efficient communications means and advanced computer management system. All staff are well trained and proficient in undertaking missions of home moving, factory equipment moving and office moving. Besides, we also offer cleaning services, furniture installation and skillful Ayi help. Work 24 hours a day. Moving service starting price RMB130/vehicle. TEL (86755) 2552 1871

Shenzhen Credit Home Moving Company
A professional home moving service provider in Shenzhen, Credit Home Moving Company enjoys a good reputation among its customers. We have 16 vehicles of different capacities to meet consumers' specific needs. All of the company's staff have received special training and take up the post with a qualified certificate, and can make the customer feel assured about their work. Hotline: (86755) 2608 4455/2608 4166

 

Health & Fitness

Shenzhen
Aerobics Lesson
Four days a week (M, T, TH, F). RMB50 per class.
Jingshan Gym. Contact Julie at 138 23507671 for time details.

Yoga Classes
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Private home lessons are also available. For details, please contact Amy at 138 02295479.

Physical Club
The largest health club in Shenzhen, the Citic City Club is now open, located at Citic Plaza, Shennan Rd., Futian District. For details, call (86755) 2598 8861.

Maillen Club
Located in 1st Guishan Road, Shekou Industrial Zone. TEL (86755) 2668 7777

Sunhope Health Club
Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District. TEL (86755) 2693 8198


Guangzhou
Yoga Lessons
Every Monday and Wednesday. Fee of RMB250 (members) and RMB400 (non-members) for eight classes. Luhu Golf Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.

Total Fitness
Located at 8F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San Lu. TEL (8620) 8372 9977

 

Property/Real Estate

DTZ residential department residential services for expatriates
DTZ is a global real estate advisory leader. The residential department is specialized in the sales and leasing of high-end housing. We source residential accommodation for expatriates on behalf of multinational corporations etc. Core residential services include corporate residential portfolio management, property recommendation, lease negotiations, directory service, etc. visit http://www.dtz-sz.com.cn Residential Agency, Tel: (86 755) 8246 1210 Fax: (86 755) 2583 4446

Riverside Garden On Sale
Are you plannign to make China your home? Our beautiful 1300 square feet 3br and 2-bath-room house is located in Panyu District. It bears luxurious decorations and funiture and is only 30 minutes drive to Tianhe and Garden Hotel. Price: $100,000 Exclusive. For more info, contact 13711107351

Apartment In Teacher's Village For Rent
With balcony, nice 2-bedroom and simple furniture, such as bed, couch and table. Located in a nice and quite residential area with security. Suitable for people who know Guangzhou well. 20 minutes drive to GuangZhou East Station in Tian He District. US$100/month. $60/week for temporary renters. Address: Guangzhou Sha Tai Road He Shui Village. Telephone (Day): (8620) 3332 3059

 

Services

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Wang Jing & Co. Law Firm
Wang Jing & Co. Law Firm is a leading law firm in Guangzhou providing legal services to Chinese, international and multinational clients. Our practice areas include Corporate & Commercial, Insurance & Finance, and Maritime & Admiralty. Address: 14/F South Tower, World Trade Centre, 371-375 Huanshi East Road Guangzhou 510095 TEL (8620) 8760 0082 Fax (8620) 8778 4482

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Guangdong Jinqiao Accounting Affairs Company boasts a group of 60 excellent staff who are accounting experts of different fields. We provide a variety of services including auditing, asset assessment, project cost consulting and management consulting and serves diversified industries, ranging from financial institution, communications, electric power to real estate, aviation, business and transportation. Address: #6 Building, No.749 Dongfeng Donglu, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8762 3108

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Community Announcements

Shenzhen
Love wines? Crazy about cheese? Or do you just simply enjoy good conversation in a relaxed atmosphere. Join the Shenzhen Cheese and Wine Club. For details about our monthly events, please call 138 27400823 or email graceozaeta@hotmail.com

SZ Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
7-9pm. For the venue and other details, please visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org

SZ Mandarin Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.
7pm. For details, please call Karen at 135 60774706 or visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org

New Experience Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.
7pm. For details, call Nina at 130 6696 0377 or visit www.shenzhen-toastmasters.org

New Expat in Shenzhen?
Join the International Women's Club (SWIC) if you are looking to make new friends and people who know Shekou and Shenzhen very well. Visit www.swiconline.com for details.


Guangzhou
Mega Carnival
Util April. Featuring various rides, theme events and attractions. RMB30. 11am-11pm. South Gate Square, Tianhe Sports Centre. For more details, call (8620) 3879 8912

The French Connection
Nov 5-Apr 8. Seminars, cooking classes and more. World Trade Centre Club Guangzhou, 3-4F Goldlion Digital Network Building, 138 Tiyu Dong Lu. For more details, call (8620) 3878 0168.

Kid's Club
Various activities for kids, RMB30 (half hour), membership required. Monday-Friday, 10am-8pm, Cangaroo Stop, Rm 104, 90 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu. Call (8620) 8551 3838 for more details.

Modern Dance Classes
Please contact Ms Huang at (8620) 8704 9512/8704 7009, at Tip-top Modern Arts Studio, 13 Shui Yin Heng Lu, Sha He Ding.

Flower Art Lesson
Every Monday and Tuesday, RMB480 (members), RMB560 (non-members) per four classes. Guangzhou Luhu Golf and Country Club. For details call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.

DIY Cooking Lesson with Chef Andrew Mok
RMB900 (non-members), RMB750 (members), includes tuition and ingredients. Call: Kelly Ho at (8620) 8130 0638 for more information.


Macau
Macau Arts Festival 2005
Until April 2. Music, dance, theatre performances. For details, call 139 26911111 or call (8620) 8667 1456

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Shenzhen
Design Products from Denmark Kolding
Until April 3, Rmb20, Guan Shan Yue Art Museum, for more details, call (86755) 8306 3171

Temple Fair
For kids, includes peep show, sugar dolls, puppet shows, free admission.
Shenzhen Children's Palace, Hongli Rd., Futian District.


Guangzhou
The 15th China International Furniture Fair
March 18-29, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, Pazhou Complex, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8667 3473, 8666 3416

Hometextile China 2005
March 26-29, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, Pazhou Complex, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8667 3473, 8666 3416

Huang Shaoqiang Retrospective
Art Exhibit until March 31, 9am-5pm, Guangzhou Art Museum, 12 Luhu Lu (west of Luhu Park), for more details, call (8620) 8365 9202
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Dining Out

Shenzhen
Thai Amarin
New take away menu available, also has set lunch and dinner menu.
Shop 88, Seaworld Plaza, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details, call (86755) 2668 6055


L16 Cafe & Bar
No. 684, 4F MixC Shopping Mall, Baoan South Rd.(across from Diwang Dasha), for more details, call (86755) 8269 1616.

Little India
Shop 73-74, Seaworld Plaza, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For more details, call (86755) 2685 2688.


Guangzhou
Grand Paris
French cuisine. 7 Tian He Jie, Tiyu Xi Lu, for more details, call (8620) 8559 1979.

1920 Restaurant
German cuisine. 183 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, for more details, call (8620) 8333 6156.

2nd Avenue European Restaurant
1F, 8 Second Avenue., Shamian Er Jie, for more details, call (8620) 8121 5400.

 
Nightlife

Shenzhen Happy Hours
Take time after work to relax with friends and meet new acquaintances at ShenzhenParty.com networking happy hours. Check the website for times and locations. Events, Nightlife, Restaurants, Jobs, Classifieds at ShenzhenParty.com or email xianzai@shenzhenparty.com for more info.

Shenzhen
360
31F, Shangri-La Hotel, East Side, Railway Station, 1002 Jianshe Road, Luohu District. For more details, call (86755) 8396 1380.

DC International Special Restaurant & Night Fever Bar
Newly opened. \2F Guomao Bldg., Jiabin Rd. Luohu District. For more details, call (86755) 8221 3056

Browns Wine & Cigar House
Shop 56-57 Commercial Street, Portofino, Xiangshan St., Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District. For more details, call (86755) 8608 2379


Guangzhou
88 Cafe and Club
East meets west feel, 5 Heping Lu, Overseas Chinese Village. For more details, call (8620) 8359 4437

A Chance
Riverside cafe. 271 Yanjiang Zhong Lu. TEL (8620) 8830 9008

Hollywood East
Inside Dong Jun Plaza, 836 Dongfeng Dong Lu. TEL (8620) 8765 1867

 

Weekly Calendar

March 21, Monday
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Shenzhen
Hi and Low Aerobics Class
9:30-10:30am, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. TEL 131 4885 5261, 137 14820071

Mad Cow Monday @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
All day Hamburgers and Chunky Chips for only RMB45.
Shop 118 Sea World Complex, Shekou. TEL (86755) 2668 4496

9 Ball Knock Out at X-ta-sea
RMB100 (entry fee), every monday, winner takes all. Located at the back of Haitao Hotel, Taizi Rd., Shekou. Call (86755) 26867649 for more details.

Ladies Day at Yes Bar
Free drink for ladies all day.
Yes Bar, Shizheng Design Building, 3001 Sungang Road West. TEL (86755) 8361 7612, 8325 5116

Dinner's Delight
20% 0ff on all wines.
Soho Club, 101 Longtao Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou

Wubbly Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999

Guangzhou
Exploring Chinese Brush Painting
Expats welcome. For more details on the schedule, call (8620) 8750 5536.

Experience Modern Dance
7:30-9pm, Studio of Guangdong Modern Dance Company, 34 Shui Yin Si Heng Lu, for more details, call (8620) 8704 7657.

Children's Art Courses
RMB90 per hour.
4:30-6pm, every Monday, The Insight Cafe, GF, Booth 3, 230 Long Kou Xi Lu. For details, call (8620) 3821 5002.


Hongkong
Paris EUROPLACE Financial Forum: The Euro Markets in a Global Investment Strategy
Free of charge, in cooperation with French Trade Commission and Consulate General of France.
8:15-11:30am, Ballroom, JW Marriott Hotel. For more details, contact Ms. Amy Tse (852) 2823 1210, or contact her via fax (852) 2527 9843 and email:atse@chamber.org.hk


March 22, Tuesday
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Shenzhen
Cardio Funk Aerobics Class
9:30-10:30am, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

Mahjong for Ladies
Every Tuesday afternoon at 2pm. For details, please contact Ms. Heidi Wong on (86755) 2667 6020.

Mexican Night at Soho club
Margaritas for RMB25 each. Located at 101 Longtao Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou

Two for Tuesday @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
Order one main meal and receive a FREE second main.
6-8pm. Shop 118 Sea World Complex, Shekou. TEL (86755) 2668 4496

Wubbly Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999


Guangzhou
Taiji Lesson
Fee at RMB200 (members) and RMB320 (non-members) for eight lessons.
The Luhu Golf and Country Club. Call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.


Hongkong
HK International Film Festival
HK$42-$55, 5pm-9:45pm, HK Cultural Centre Grand Theatre, for more information on the films and schedules, please call (852) 2734 9009.

Dazzled by Disney
By the Kassia Youth Choir, HK$150.
7:30pm, Fringe Club O2 Theatre, for more details, call (852) 3128 8288

Man of La Tiger
HK$180-$220, 8pm, HK Arts Centre Shouson Theatre, for more information, please call (852) 2734 9009.


March 23, Wednesday
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Shenzhen
AquaAerobics
9:30-10:30pm, Maillen Club, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

SWIC Ladies Badminton
Meet at the SPAH every Wednesday.
3-5pm, for more details, please call Ms. Margaret Cochrane at (86755) 2686 9009.

T-Bone Wednesdays @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
All day. Located at GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou. TEL (86755) 2668 4496

Cardio Funk Aerobics Class
6:30-7:30pm, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

HipHop Night at Soho Club
Located at 101 Longtao Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou.

Touch Rugby in Shekou
8pm. At the Soccer field on Taizi Rd. Shekou, Nanshan District.

Ladies Night at True Color Guoqi
9pm-2am, 25F Section A Guoqi Daxia Shangbunan Lu. Contact (86755) 8230 1833 for details.

Wubbly Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99, all outlets
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999


Guangzhou
Ladies Night At Bar City-B Boss Club
Loud Fashion statement for ladies to get a free cocktail.
8pm. GF, Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu. TEL (8620) 8386 2888


Hongkong
Joint Business Community Luncheon
With the Honourable Henry Tang, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR. HK$390 (members), HK$490 (non-members), HK$4680 (Corporate table-12pax).
12:30-2:00pm, Grand Hall, (New Wing) Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, for more details, please call Ms Fiona Hung at (852) 2823 1227 or concact her via fax at (852) 2527 9843, or email:fiona@chamber.org.hk

HK Film Festival
Hk$42-$55, 2:30pm-9:30pm, HK Science Museum Lecture Hall, for more details on the films and the schedule, please call (852) 2734 9009


March 24, Thursday
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Shenzhen
Ladies' Golf day
8am. Every Thursday. For more information, please call Isabelle at (86755) 2681 0062.

Hi and Low Aerobics Class
9:30-10:30am, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

Ladies Night at McCawley's
50% off on all consumption.
9pm. Located at GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou. TEL (86755) 2668 4496

Wubbly Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999


Hongkong
Streetball Challenge - Entry deadline
By the HK Basketball Association, HK$500/team, actual event on April 30-May 1, MacPherson Playground, Mongkok, For more information, call (852) 2815 9549 or visit www.adidas.com.hk, www.basketball.com.hk.

San Fernando Race 2005
HK$3000/boat, Hong Kong Royal Yacht Club to San Fernando, Philippines, for more details, call (852) 2239 0362.

Meat & Two Veg
With Cartoon de Salvo (UK), HK$140.
8pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall Cultural Activities Hall. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009.


March 25, Friday
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Shenzhen
AquaAerobics
9:30-10:30pm, Maillen Club, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

Cardio Funk Aerobics Class
9:30-10:30am, Whale Garden, Jingshan Villas, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

Great Romantic Music Series
Concert conducted by Mark Gibson. RMB50-380.
8pm, Shenzhen's Children's Palace, Hongli Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8211 3333 or 2540 5183

Saki Maki Party
Free flow of Saki and Maki, RMB88.
Panash Restaurant, Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Road, Futian Free Trade Zone. For more details, call (86755) 8359 9999

Frisky Fridays at Taste
Buy one Green Point bubbly and get one free. Available during lunch and dinners.
3F, Four Points by Sheraton Shenzhen, 5 Guihua Road, Futian Free Trade Zone. For more details, call (86755) 8359 9999

Mexican Drinking Fiesta at Beatles Music Bar
All Tequila Shots for only RMB20. With the Gone Johnson Review band.
9:30pm - 1:30am. Hai Bin Commercial Bldg., Seaworld Complex, Shekou

Dance Night at Soho Club
All night long, located at 101 Longtao Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou

Rooftop BBQ Weekends @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
5:30-10pm, Shop 118, Sea World Complex Shekou, off of Taizi Rd. (near the Minghua Boat) TEL(86755) 2668 4496


Hongkong
HKFC 6th Annual Easter 9s Hockey Tournament
Until March 27, HK$1200/team, free entry for audience, Hong Kong Football Club & Happy Valley Recreation Ground, for more details, visit www.hkfchockey.com

Avril Lavigne's Bonez Tour 2005
HK$320-$780, 8pm, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre Hall 3. For more details, call (852) 3128 8288.

Spartacus
By the HK Ballet, HK$80-$230.
8pm, Sha Tin Town Hall Auditorium. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009

The Romantics
By the HK Philharmonic Orchestra, HK$80-$280.
8pm, HK Cultural Centre Concert Hall, call (852) 2734 9009 for more details,

Boom!
By the Chapertons Comic Theatre, HK$120.
7:30pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall-Cultural Activities Hall. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009.


March 26, Saturday
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Shenzhen
Shenzhen Cheese and Wine Club - Spanish Night
Free flow of wines, cheese and canape buffet, RMB200 (members) RMB280 (guests).
7:30pm, at 360, 31F, Shangrila Hotel, Eastside Railway Station, Luohu District. For more details, call grace at 138 2740 0823 or email graceozaeta@hotmail.com

Shekou Hash
2:30pm running and drinking club, meet at the Snake Pit, located at Yin Hui Bldg., Tai Zi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen. For more information, please contact: ShekouHashHouseHarriers@groups.msn.com

Club Night at Soho Club
Club music.
Located at 101 Longtao Center, 8 Taizi Rd., Shekou

Wubbly Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999

Rooftop BBQ Weekends @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
5:30-10pm, Shop 118, Sea World Complex Shekou, off of Taizi Rd. (near the Minghua Boat) TEL (86755) 2668 4496


Daya Bay
Aotou Hash
3:30pm. Running and drinking club, meet at Sunrise Cafe, Aotou. For details, please contact Malcolm at 139 27370501.


Guangzhou
2005 UMBRO Cup Guangzhou 5v5 Football Match
Until March 27, for more details on the schedule and registration, please call (8620) 8355 5480


Hongkong
8th Hong Kong Beach Volleyball Championship
Until March 27, (Saturday 2-6pm, Sunday 9am-6pm), Free entry, Tuen Mun Gold Coast and New Cafeteria Beach. For more details, call (852) 2771 0293

Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra
HK$80, 10:30pm, Fringe Gallery. For more details, call (852) 3128 8288.

Boom!
By the Chapertons Comic Theatre, HK$100-$140.
7:30pm, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre Theatre. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009.


March 27, Sunday
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Shenzhen
Ploughman's Lunch
11am, Snake Pit, located at Yin Fe Bldg., Tai Zi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen. For inquiries, please contact: barry.godfrey@selectassetmanagement.com

Wubbly Bubbly
All you can drink (selected beverages) for 2 hours, RMB99, all outlets.
Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999

Rooftop BBQ Weekends @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
5:30-10pm, Shop 118, Sea World Complex Shekou, off of Taizi Rd. (near the Minghua Boat) TEL (86755) 2668 4496

Cocktail Sunday Special Drinks
Buy one Get one Free, Class Club, 5F Century Plaza Hotel, 1 Chunfeng Rd. Luohu Distirct. For details, call (86755) 8236 3999.

Panash Bites
Sunday Brunch, buy one, get one free, kids play area and entertainment included. RMB188-268.
Four Points by Sheraton 5 Guihua Road, Futian Free Trade Zone, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8359 9999.

Garden BBQ Buffet
RMB68 per person, 5:30-9:30pm, Soho Restaurant & Night Club, Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar). For details, call (86755) 2669 0148, 2669 2148


Hongkong
Lantau Arts Festival 05 - Beach Concert
Featuring various live bands, Free entry.
3-6pm, Pui O Beach, Lantau, for more details, call (852) 2984 9528

Family Fiesta - Percussion Workshop-cum-concert for Families
With Lung Heung-wing & his son, HK$100.
3pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre Exhibition Gallery, for more details, call (852) 2734 9009.

 

Upcoming Events

Shenzhen
China (Shenzhen) Int'l Medicine & Health Products Fair
March 26-28, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8286 3289.

China (Shenzhen) Int'l Medical Appliance& Oral Cavity Equipment Fair
March 26-28, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8286 3289.

The 6th South China Int'l Advertising and Printing & Paper Fair 2005
March 31-April 2, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8350 2448

2005 Shenzhen Magnetic Material & Electronic Material & Powder Metallurgy Exhibition
March 31-April 2, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (8620) 3759 9008


Guangzhou
The 22nd Guangzhou International Beauty & Cosmetic Expo
March 26-29, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 810 81091, 8107 5345

The 4th South China Magnetic Material & Manufacturing Equipment, Middle and Small Scales of Electromotor Trade Fair
April 1-3, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3825 0811, 3825 0811.

The 3rd South China Electro-Acoustics Products and Composing Technology Exhibition
April 1-3, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3825 0811, 3825 0811.

The 10th Guangdong Textile Machinery Exhibition
April 2-4, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 8381 9898, 8383 4011.


Hongkong
Asian Novice Figure Skating Championships
March 28 & 29, 1-5pm, free entry, Festival Walk Glacier, Kowloon Tong. For enquiries, call (852) 2504 8189.

Diana Krall in Concert
March 29, 8pm, HK$388-$888, HKCEC. For more details, call (852) 3128 8288.

Hong Kong Powerlifting Championship 2005
Entry Deadline - March 31, actual event on April 16, HK$100 (HKWPA members), $150 (non-members), Queen Elizabeth Stadium. For details, call (852) 2504 8193.

Streetball Challenge
April 30-May 1, By the HK Basketball Association, HK$500/team, MacPherson Playground, Mongkok, For more information, call (852) 2815 9549 or visit www.adidas.com.hk, www.basketball.com.hk.