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Issue 105 | April 4, 2005

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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



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Travel Information

Dreaming of Flying Non-stop To Toronto?
Dream no more. Starting June 3, 2005, Air Canada will offer non-stop service between Beijing and Toronto, creating the first-ever direct link from mainland China to eastern Canada. This new Beijing-Toronto route gives you maximum connecting options throughout the Americas. For more information and reservations, please call your travel agent or contact Air Canada at (8610) 6468-2001, (8621) 6279-2999.

Cheap Tickets From US To China
Got Friends in the U.S. Planning To Go To China? For Air Tickets from The US to China, the cheapest tickets are sold in the U.S. We Will Not Be Undersold! We offer the lowest-priced tickets on Air China, and on most other carriers. Located a block from New York's Empire State Building, Happy New York Travel can ship tickets to anywhere in the world. Call Catherine in the US at 1-212-268-5028, or US toll-free at 1-866-886-6868. Or Email: happynytravel@yahoo.com

Xiyang Holiday Travel Agency
After five days of work maybe you'd like a happy weekend around Guangdong? Xiyang Holiday has several selected routes for 1 or 2 days trips. 118rmb for a crazy day in Shenzhen Happy Kingdom; 250rmb for 2-day trip on Sanmen Island, which is considered the Saipan of Guangdong. More information, pls dial (8620) 8365 3797

 



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Relocations

Allied Pickfords Ltd., Allied International Moving Services
Predictable Quality in an Unpredictable World. International, domestic, local, office moves, relocation & orientation services, record storage management, pet service, storage. Please visit our local websites at: www.alliedpickfords.com.cn; email: gz@alliedpickfords.com.cn Tel: (8610) 8561 8759/60 (Beijing)

Zhuhai Peace Moving Service Agency
Peace Moving offers professional moving services for customers. Besides our normal services, such as packing and moving, we can also do other services to satisfy customers' needs, for example arranging furniture and fixing air conditioners. For reservation, pls dial (86756) 3337 588

 

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

Apartment near Canton Affair for Rent
This fully furnished appartment is lacated at the perfect site near Canton Affair in Haizhu District. The surrounding enviroment is suitable for life with car park, green view, and playground. It is a place to start your new comfortable life. 250 usd per month. Pls contact with Mr. Wong at (86) 137 9819 1986

Roommate Needed
There is a 3 bedroom apartment with a Russian girl living in it. The rooms are nice and clean and with furniture. The 2 other bedrooms are for rent. It can offer for short term living with a very cheap price. It's not far from Guangzhou railway station. For price pls contact with Elena at (86) 137 2802 8950, or send email to laven78@mail.ru

 

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Guangzhou Aoxing Decoration
Aoxing Decoaration is a 4-star decoration company in Guangzhou. We can do design and decoration for apartments, hotels, offices, gardens, and even big shopping malls. If you want to make your place feel good, Aoxing Decoration can help you make it come true. Address: R610, 6F, 138 Tianhe Tiyu East Road. TEL (8620) 38781258

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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
Until April. Featuring various rides, theme events and attractions. RMB30/person.
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 L. For more details, call (8620) 3878 0168.

Kid's Club
Various activities for kids, RMB30 (half hour), membership required.
Mondays-Fridays, 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.

 

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Shenzhen
The 10th Int'l Integrated Circuit Exhibition (IIC China 2005)
April 4-5, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (8621) 5306 8968

The 2nd South China Int'l Hotel Facilities Exhibition
April 6-8, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 2558 2305

2005 South China Int'l Hardware& Jointing Exhibition
April 6-8, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 2558 2305


Guangzhou
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 or 8383 4011

 

Dining Out

Shenzhen
Panash
Business Bento Lunch Special. RMB78/person.
April 4-10, 11:30am-2:30pm, Four Points by Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free Trade Zone. For details, call (86755) 8359 2988.

Fonsun Sichuan Restaurant
Shop 29-30, Seaworld Plaza Complex, Taizi Lu, Shekou. TEL (86755) 2685 0566

Henry J. Bean's
American burgers and stuff. Level 2, Shangri-La Hotel, Shenzhen, East Side, Railway Station, 1002 Jianshe Road, Luohu District. TEL (86755) 8396 1387


Guangzhou
Amanokawa
Japanese food. Shop 111, 1F, Citic Plaza, 233 Tianhe Bei Lu. TEL (8620) 8755 4411

Country HOuse
Korean food. 2F Clarion Star Hotel, 89 Linhe Xi Lu. TEL (8620) 8755 1210

Di Marco Ristorante Italiano
1F Xing Long Garden, 175-181 Tianhe Bei Lu. TEL (8620) 8525 1300

 
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
DC International Special Restaurant & Night Fever Bar
2F, Guomao Building, Jiabin Rd. Louhu District. TEL (86755) 8221 3056

Upstairs Fusion Cuisine & Bar
201, 2F, Tian'an Kejichuangyeyuan Building B, Futian District. TEL (86755) 8204 9878

True Color Dongmen
4F, Dongmen Friendship City, Jiefang Rd., Luohu District. TEL (86755) 8230 1833


Guangzhou
Gin Yan Club
Great wine collection. 46 Shamian Da Jie. TEL (8620) 8121 7662

23 Club
Newly refurbished. 1F Guangdong IEC Tower, 403 Huanshi Dong Lu. TEL (8620) 3758 9848

 

Weekly Calendar

April 4, Monday, 2005
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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) 2686 7649 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
HK International Film Festival
HK$42 (5:45pm), HK$55 (7:15pm - 9:30pm), HK Cultural Centre Grand Theatre. For more details on the film and the schedule, call (852) 2734 9000.

Swiss-Chinese Early Encounters: The Basel Mission in HK
Free entry, 9:30am-6pm, University of HK Art Museum. For more details, call (852) 2810 1877.


April 5, Tuesday, 2005
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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
Ultimate Frisbee - Entry Deadline
Starts on April 13, HK$200/season, Causeway Bay. For more details, visit www.hkupa.com

Black Mountain Group Top Dog Trophy Series: HKRNVR
Boat race, free entry, Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Kellett Island. For details, visit www.rhkyc.org.hk

Salieri the Master & Mozart the Genius
HK Oratorio Society, HK$90-$180.
8pm, HK City Hall Concert Hall. For more information, please call (852) 2734 9009.

Man of La Tiger
By Jim Chim, HK$120-$220.
8pm, HK Arts Centre Shouson Theatre. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009


April 6, Wednesday, 2005
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Shenzhen
AquaAerobics
9:30-10:30pm, Maillen Club, Shekou. TEL 131 48855261, 137 14820071

SWIC Newcomer's Coffee Morning
Free entry. 9-11am, Mama Gelato's, Sea World Plaza. For details and reservation, please contact Margaret at (86755) 26869009 or email magcochr@hotmail.com

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 Dasha 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
Highwise 10km Road Race 2005 - Entry deadline
Actual event on April 10, HK$60 + $20 transport fee, Tai Mei Tuk Heliport, Tai Po. For details, call (852) 2332 3361.

AFC Cup: Perak vs. Sun Hei
HK$20-$60, Mongkok Stadium. For more detaisl, visit www.hkfa.com.

Leo's Ku Super Hits in Concert Part II
HK$100-$400, 8:15pm, HK Coliseum. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009.


April 7, Thursday, 2005
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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
Hong Kong Annual Badminton Championships 2005 - Entry deadline
Actual event on May 17 - July 31, HK$40 (singles), $80 (doubles), LCSD Sports Centres. For more information, please call (852) 2504 8318.

Wild Day Out - Fish Leong
HK$250 (w/2 San Miguel), 10:30pm, City Dancer, GF Elizabeth House, 260 Gloucester Rd, Causeway Bay. For more details, call (852) 2572 2162.


April 8, Friday, 2005
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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

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 20rmb. 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
Colour Fugue
CCDC, HK$120-$220, 8pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre Auditorium. For details, call (852) 2734 9009.

Dragon Pulse Phoenix Spirit
By the Beijing Vocational Institute of Local Operas and Arts, HK$90-$140.
7:30pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall Auditorium. For more details, call (852) 2734 9009.

Mozart in the City - The Oxford Symphony
With the HK Philharmonic Orchestra, HK$100-$300.
8pm, HK City Hall Concert Hall. For more information, please call (852) 2734 9009.


April 9, Saturday, 2005
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Shenzhen
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

Kosheen DJ and Live PA in Shenzhen China
International DJ, HK/RMB50.
Yellow music studio, 3F, Kingglory Plaza, Renminnan Road, Luohu District. For more details, please call (86755) 8222 5756 or 138 23177690.

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.


Hongkong
Gaelic Football
HK$20 (pitch fee), $400 (membership fee), 4-6pm, Happy Valley Recreation Ground. For more information, visit www.gaa.hk.

Family Fiesta: An Asian Folk Music Excursion
HK$70, 8pm, Ngau Chi Wan Civic Centre Theatre. Call (852) 2734 9009 for more information.

World Class of Island Music
3pm, free entry, Discovery Bay Beach. For more information, please call (852) 9120 6017.


April 10, Sunday, 2005
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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
Walk for the Environment - Entry Deadline
Actual event takes place on April 23-24, May 1, HK$200/person (minimum sponsorship)
Mount Parker Rd Green Trail. For more information, call (852) 2272 0362.

Highwise 10km Road Race 2005
HK$60 + $20 transport fee, Tai Mei Tuk Heliport, Tai Po. For details, call (852) 2332 3361.

Inaugural World Cup Bowls Singles 2005
Free entry, 10am-8pm, Hong Kong Football Club. For more information, please call (852) 2504 8249.

Jazz In The Concert Hall
By the Yew Chung Education Foundation Ltd, Hk$100-$150.
8pm, HK City Hall Concert Hall. Call (852) 2734 9009 for more information.

 

Upcoming Events

Shenzhen
The 65th National Electronics Fair 2005 (Shenzhen) Int'l Electronics Fair
April 12-14, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8322 4479.

Shenzhen Int'l Gifts, Handicrafts, Watches & Houseware Fair 2005
April 19-22, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8293 1602.

Shenzhen Cheese and Wine Club - April Event
April 23, RMB200 (members) RMB280 (guests), 7-10pm, Swiss Belhotel. For details, call Grace at 138 27400823 or email graceozaeta@hotmail.com

The 16th China Watch Jewellery &Gift Fair (CWJF)
April 25-28, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8294 9733


Guangzhou
The 97th Session Chinese Export Commodities Fair
April 15-20, 25-30, Liuhua and Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., For more details, call (8620) 2608 2558.

The 4th China (Guangzhou) Dairy Industry Exhibition
May 12-14, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3886 4712 or 3881 5574

2nd China (Guangzhou) Meat Products & Supermarket Food Exhibition
May 12-14, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3886 4712 or 3881 5574

2nd China (Guangzhou) Food Processing & Packaging Machinery Exhibition
May 12-14, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8620) 3886 4712 or 3881 5574

Interbake China 2005
May 12-14, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8610) 6515 7612 or 6515 5833

Ceramics Industry Exhibition
May 15-18, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd. For more details, call (8610) 8837 5518, 8837 5528


Hongkong
Ultimate Frisbee
April 13, HK$200/season, Causeway Bay. For more details, visit www.hkupa.com.

Watsons Water Athletic King Championships 2005 Round 2
April 16-17, HK$15-$35/event, Wanchai Sports Ground. For more information on the events and the fees, please visit www.hkaaa.com.

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

Action SPRINT Adventure Race Series - Lantau
HK$200-$600, April 17, 9am, Tung Chung. For more details, visit www.actionasia.com/aae

XLVIII Festival of Sport - Hong Kong Youth Sport Climbing Championship & Open Ranking Competition
HK$40-$80, April 17, Shek Kip Mei Park Sports Centre. For more information, please call (852) 2504 8125

Walk for the Environment
HK$200/person (minimum sponsorship), April 23-24, May 1, Mount Parker Rd Green Trail. For more information, call (852) 2272 0362.

Annual Orienteering Championships - Middle Distance Championships
HK$100, April 24, Cheung Ngau Shan. For more information, please call (852) 2504 8112.

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

Hong Kong Annual Badminton Championships 2005 - Entry deadline
Actual event takes place on May 17 - July 31, HK$40 (singles), $80 (doubles).
LCSD Sports Centres, for more information, please call (852) 2504 8318

 

Hongkong Happenings

The Edge has a new face and is setting Hong Kong alight, becoming even more dynamic than before.
Happy Hour starts every night at 6pm till 9, where all drinks are half price! The Edge provides for every taste, Monday is Talent Scout, Tuesday is 'Wall Street' where there are drinks promotions all night, Wednesday boasts the top Latino night in town, Thursday and Friday is 'Live Wire' with bands playing a wide selection of your favourate covers and some original tracks as well!... Saturday is 'Honey' the HIP-HOP night that is on everyone's schedule, where the edge rocks till gone 6 in the morning, Full full information on the club and all these events just visit www.edgehk.com Tel 2523 6690, or email info@edgehk.com.

 

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