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Issue 106 | April 11, 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 service gives you maximum connecting options throughout the Americas. In addition, Air Canada flies non-stop daily from Beijing and Shanghai to Vancouver. For more information and reservation, please call your travel agent or contact Air Canada at (8610) 6468-2001, (8621) 6279-2999. www.aircanada.com

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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Hotel Deals

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Heavenly Mood at The Westin Shanghai
29 April to 8 May 2005,RMB 1188+15% service charge for Deluxe Room per night including maximum two breakfast,RMB2188+15% service charge for Grand Suite (2 bedroom) per night including maximum four breakfast. Free parking, free city calls, free access to Fitness Center, swimming pool and sauna. Late check-out till 4:00pm. This offer is for 1 to 2 persons stay in Deluxe Room and 1 to 4 persons stay in Grand Suite; This offer is for individuals, not for conference group. Reservation Code: SLEEPIN 4. For more information, please contact our Reservation Department, Tel: (8621) 6335 1888 ext. 7519

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From March 20 to July 30, 2005 (Except Labor Day Period)
For only RMB780 /room night up, you can enjoy our Happy Summer Package. For 2 nights and up benefits: Daily breakfast for 2 | Airport pick up (one way) | 1 piece free laundry daily | Kids Club: baby sitting free for 1/2 day daily. For more nights, more benefits: BBQ dinner for 2 | Transportation: re-circle trip from hotel to airport. Priority Club points apply. For reservations, please call (0898) 8856 5666-7103 or E-mail: reservation@holiday-inn-sanya.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 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

 

Services

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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. 11am-11pm. South Gate Square, Tianhe Sports Centre. For more details, call (8620) 3879 8912

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

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

"The Disasters of War" (1746-1828)
Etchings by Francisco De Goya.
Until May 20, RMB5, free entry on Fridays, Shenzhen Museum of Art, Donghu Park, Aiguo Rd., for more information, please call (86755) 2541 6069


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

German Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Until April 17, Guangdong Museum of Art, #38, Yanyu Rd., Ersha Island, for more details, call (8620) 8735 1468

 

Dining Out

Shenzhen
Prince Cafe
Portofino International Apartments, Xiangshan Street, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District. Call (86755) 8608 0303 for more details.

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

1947 Indian Restaurant
18F, Changan Hotel, Shennan Rd. East, Luohu District. Call (86755) 8230 3226 for more details.


Guangzhou
Macau Street Restaurant
Portuguese food. 1-2F, Goldlion Bldg., 138 Tiyu Dong Lu, call (8620) 3878 1319 for more information.

The Roof Restaurant and Bar
Western food, 18F China HOtel, 1 Liuhua Lu. For more details, call (8620) 8666 6888 ext. 71892.

South Sea Fishing Village
Seafood restaurant, Tianhe Sports Centre, Tiyu Dong Lu, call (8620) 3879 6888 for more details.

 
Nightlife

Martini Latini @ Four Points by Sheraton
Saturday April 30th - Free flow of martini style concoctions, latino style snacks, and latino music - 88RMB +10% @ Panash Noodle Bar Panash in Four Points by Sheraton Shenzhen, Level 2, 5 Guihua Road, Futian Free Trade Zone (0755) 8359-9999. Reservations rsvp@shenzhenparty.com. * Events, Nightlife, Restaurants, Jobs, Classifieds at ShenzhenParty.com

Shenzhen
Yellow Music Studio
#001, 3F, King Glory Plaza, Renmin South Road, Luohu District. TEL (86755) 8356 7637

McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
Irish in cuisine and ambience. #118, Sea World Complex, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2668 4496

Face Cafe
Usually busy with young crowd, located at the side of the Lushan Hotel, Luohu District. TEL(86755) 8234 2565


Guangzhou
Living Gallery
Antique store by day and a bar by night. 112-114 Baqi Er Ma Lu, call (8620) 8335 7321 for more details.

Keep Cool
4 Taojin Bei Lu. TEL (8620) 8358 5021

Music Heaven
Cool sounds and laidback atmosphere. GF 43 Zhu Si Gang Er Ma Lu, Nong Lin Xia Lu. For more details, call (8620) 3195 3006.

 

Weekly Calendar

April 11, 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

A Secretary's Affair
Secretaries dine for free on business lunch if Boss buys one. Starting RMB78.
11:30am-2:30pm, Monday through Friday. Panash Restaurant. Four Points By Sheraton, 5 Guihua Rd., Futian Free tradezone, for more details, call (86755) 8359 9999

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


April 12, Tuesday
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Shenzhen
SWIC Coffee Morning
9-11am, RMB80, Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, for more details, contact Celia Fisch at Rshekou@aol.com

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.

Songkhran Buffet at Thai Amarin
RMB140 per person, 6:30pm, Thai dancing included. #88, Sea World Plaza, Taizi Rd., Shekou, for reservations, please call (86755) 2668 6055.

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
Salsa @ C Club
Every Tuesday, free salsa lessons with HK's top instructors, Salsa DJ weekly. Free entry with one glass of Sangria
8-9pm, BF, California Tower, 30-32 D'Aguilar St., Lan Kwai Fong, Central. For more details, call (852) 2526 1139.


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


April 14, 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
One of the Lucky Ones - Step 1, Step 2
Drama, by the Chung Ying Theatre Company, HK$100-$200.
7:30pm, HK City Hall Theatre, for more details, call (852) 2734 9009.

Zheng He and the Emperor
By the HK Repertory Theatre, HK$100-$220.
7:45pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre Auditorium, for more information, call (852) 2734 9009.


April 15, 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 Romanticism Music Series IV
RMB50-280, 8pm, Shenzhen Children's Palace, Hongli Rd., Futian District. TEL (86755) 8351 3002

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 RMB20b. 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
Miss Kittin Live at Volar
Free entry to members, HK$350 for guests (includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne). For inquiries, call (852) 2810 1272. For reservations, please contact intoxicated@volar.com.hk


April 16, Saturday
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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

Sin City Night @ UBar
Dress in sinister Black and white, RMB30 (men), free entry for ladies.
10pm till late, for more details, visit www.ShenzhenParty.com or email info@shenzhenparty.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.


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

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

Ryukyudisko @ Ice
Hk$150-$180, 11pm till late, 22F, Park Commercial Center, 180 Tung Lo Wan Rd. For more details, call (852) 98099983


April 17, 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
Ryukyudisko After Hours Party
5am-10m, Club Bling, 3F Soho Square, 21 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, for more details, contact (852) 3102 2028

Action SPRINT Adventure Race Series - Lantau
9am, HK$200-$600, 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, Shek Kip Mei Park Sports Centre. For more information, please call (852) 2504 8125

 

Upcoming Events

Shenzhen
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

International Master Series III
Featuring Russian Cellist Kirill Rodin, April 22, 8pm, RMB50-380, Shenzhen Modern Performance Center. For more details, call (86755) 8332 4826

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

2005 Shenzhen (Spring) Real Estate Fair
May 1-5, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8378 5196

2005 Shenzhen Cartoon Carnival
May 1-5, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 8290 6097

Asia Pacific Int'l Household Appliances & Film-Video and Audio Material Fair
May 12-15, China Hi-Tech Fair and Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Rd., Futian District. For more details, call (86755) 2556 1034


Guangzhou
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, 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, 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, 3881 5574

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

The 5th Guangdong Coating, Printing Ink and Adhesive Exhibition
May 19-21, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 3759 9008, 3759 9151

The 5th Guangdong Surface Finishing and Painting Exhibition
May 19-21, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 3759 9008, 3759 9151

2005 Guangdong Reinforcing Material and Technology Exhibition
May 19-21, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 3759 9008, 3759 9151

CECIA & Bio China (Guangzhou) 2005
May 19-21, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8354 8263, 8354 9078

QC & Metrology (Guangzhou) 2005
May 19-21, Liuhua Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8354 8263, 8354 9078

12th South China Intl' Machinery & Materials Exhibition
May 23-26, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8331 1160, 8331 1167

12th South China Intl' Plastic & Packaging Exhibition
May 23-26, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8331 1160, 8331 1167

Mould & Die South China 2005
May 23-26, Pazhou Complex, Chinese Export Commodities Fair, 117 Liuhua Rd., for more details, call (8620) 8331 1160, 8331 1167

Hongkong
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
April 24, HK$100, 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 on May 17 - July 31, HK$40 (singles), $80 (doubles), LCSD Sports Centres, for more information, please call (852) 2504 8318

 

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