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Relocations
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Now with instant access to one of the top airlines in U.S., your connection to almost anywhere in America is just around the corner. Well, actually it is. We're at Shop G05, Garden Hotel, No. 368 Huanshi Dong Lu and our door is now open, Mondays to Fridays from 9am to 6pm, Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Various attractive air fares are available for Hong Kong departure flights including daily non-stops to San Francisco, Chicago, Singapore and Tokyo. For more information, please contact your travel agent or call United Airlines (020) 8365-2345.

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Hotel
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It's the perfect leisure trip. Even if you're here on business.
Check into a Hilton hotel in China or one of 18 participating Hiltons throughout Asia, and you can look forward to some extra rewards. With our HotDeals@Hilton promotion, from now till 31 August, you'll get a 50% discount on a second room for your kids and their meals. On top of that, you'll also receive double HHonors Base points or double airline miles with participating airlines. Discover all the benefits of this promotion by clicking here for more information.

Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort, Xiamen
Riyuegu Hotsprings Resort, Xiamen's premier resort, is having a Summer Blast Special...RMB428 + 4% per room night offers you a Superior Room inclusive of daily breakfast for two. Offer is good from Sundays to Thursdays only and is valid until 31 August '04. Hurry!! while offer lasts. Experience the finest facilities for a relaxing summer or the perfect venue for important meetings. Visit us at www.riyuegu.com for more information. For reservations, contact us by phone at 86-592-631 2222, by fax at 86-592-631 9222 or email at sales@riyuegu.com

Cool Offer for Summer
Superior Room USD74 nett, Jun 1, 2004 – August 31, 2004. Apart from the supper offer, there are also additional benefits: Set Breakfast (Hong Kong Style Dim Sum), Welcome fruits, Two bottles of mineral water in room per day, Free local calls and incoming fax, Single or double occupancy, Free use of swimming pool and gym, Complimentary laundry for one suit or dress and 20% discount for the rest per stay, Late check-out till 4:00pm (subject to room availability), 30 minutes free use of internet per day at the Internet Club on the 18th floor. For more information or reservation, please contact us at Tel: (8610) 6512 9988 ext. 3130; E-mail: bch@capitalhotel.com.cn or www.capitalhotel.com.cn

Holiday Inn Sanya makes your dream come true
Stay a minimum of two consecutive nights at RMB580++/room/night in Holiday Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya, you will get an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to undergo zero gravity astronaut training and to experience the weightlessness of floating in space. *The above rate is inclusive of breakfast, maximum for two persons *The above rate is for Scenic View Room. Deluxe Ocean View Room is also available at RMB700++/room/night *The above rate is subject to 15% service charge and RMB11 per person per night local government tax *Only available for guests of Chinese nationality * Valid till August 31, 2004. For reservation, please call 0898-88565666 or mailto: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

Summer Promotion @St. Regis Beijing from 1 July to 31 August 2004
The St. Regis is the new tradition in the very heart of this great city. We offer the finest accommodations, 24-hour butler service, world-class restaurants, banquet & meeting facilities. USD 185+ per night for Deluxe Room including one daily buffet breakfast for stays on Monday through Thursday night; USD 175+per night for Deluxe Room including two daily buffet breakfasts for stays on weekend. Other Special Benefits as following: Complimentary pressing of up to five garments upon arrival; Complimentary 24-hour access to Spa, Fitness Center and Swimming Pool. For further details, please call 010-6460 6688 ext reservations or visit our website at www.stregis.com/beijing

Frosty Summer Package
Valid till August 31, 2004. Monday-Thursday: RMB710 net. Friday-Sunday: RMB680 net. Inclusions: Superior Room Accommodation | One theme night buffet dinner or American Buffet Breakfast at the Piazza Cafe | Unlimited in room broadband Internet usages | Free use of our outside swimming pool and GYM | Iced refreshing towel and tasty fruit Ice Tea on arrival | Free shuttle between Luohu train station & The Landmark Hotel | Upgrade to a Deluxe room for additional RMB50 or to a junior suite for RMB 100 | The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen is located in the heart of commercial center, 10 minutes from the Luohu border. For reservations or enquiries, please call our Hong Kong office at (852) 2375 6580 or contact the Hotel's reservation department at (86 755) 8219 0033 or fax to (86 755) 8219 1118. E-mail: rsvn@szlandmark.com.cn

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Relocations

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Health and
Fitness

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

Yoga Classes
Every Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Private home lessons 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 (755) 25988861.

Maillen Club
Located in 1st Guishan Road, Shekou Industrial Zone. Tel:(755) 26687777

Sunhope Health Club
Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District. Tel:(755) 26938198


Guangzhou

Yoga Lessons
Eevery Monday and Wednesday, Fee of RMB 250 (members) and RMB 400 (non-members) for eight classes. Venue at the Luhu Golf Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho at (20) 83507777 ext 389.

Total Fitness
Located at 8F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San Lu. Tel:(20) 83729977

 
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Real Estate

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Classifieds

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Services

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Community
Announcements

Shenzhen
Brazilian Samba Carnival at the Maya Water Park, until Aug 29
6:30pm, RMB30, at Happy Valley, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District. Tel:(755) 26949168

Water Festival, until Aug 22
7:30pm, RMB30, China Folk Village, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District.

9th Beer Festival, until Aug 22
7:30pm, RMB30, Live performances, loads of beer, at the Kaiser's Palace, Window of the World, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District. Tel:(755) 26902840

Summer Time, Clicquot Time, until Sep 30
Premium Picnic Baskets including 1 Veuve Clicquot Champagne, Ice jackets, glasses and special deli items. Available at Cafe Zentro, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 9026 Shennan Rd., OCT. For details, call (755) 26936888

SZ Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm. For the venue, please call Mark Pixley at 138 25200514.

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

New Experience Toastmaster's Club
Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 7pm. For details, call Nina at 130 66960377.

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


Guangzhou
Modern Dance Classes
Please contact Ms Huang at (20) 87049512, 87047009, at Tip-top Modern Arts Studio, 13 Shui Yin Heng Lu, Sha He Ding.

Flower Art Lesson
Every Mondays and Tuesdays, RMB 480 (members), RMB 560 (non-members) per four classes. Venue at Guangzhou Luhu Golf and Country Club. For details call Miss Ho at (20) 83507777 ext 389.

DIY Cooking Lesson with Chef Andrew Mok
RMB 900 (non-members), RMB 750 (members), includes tuition and ingredients. Call Kelly Ho at (20) 81300638 for more information.


Hongkong
5th Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival, Aug 3-9
9am, all day, free entry (except on concerts), HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, Tel: (852) 27349009, 27342009

Brazilian Summer Soccer School, Aug 4-6
9am-12am, HK$950 (3day course), HKUST Sports Ground, Clearwater Bay. For details, call (852) 23859677

 
Biz Exhibitions and
Art Exhibits

Guangzhou
The 9th Guangzhou Autumn Gift, Premium & Stationery Show, Aug 4-6
Chinese Export Commodities Fairground, NO.117, Liuhua Rd, Guangzhou. Call (20) 38250412, 38250416 for details.

The 6th Guangzhou Autumn Office Equipment & Printer Material Show, Aug 4-6
Chinese Export Commodities Fairground, NO.117, Liuhua Rd, Guangzhou. Call (20) 38250412, 38250416 for details.

2004 Guangzhou Hardware & Tools Show, 2004 Guangzhou Hardware & Tools Show, Aug 4-6
Chinese Export Commodities Fairground, NO.117, Liuhua Rd, Guangzhou. Call (20) 38250412, 38250416 for details.

Engravings by Salvador Dali, Aug 1-15
9am-5pm, free admission, Penpel Gallery, 2F, Guangdong Museum of Art, 38 Yanyu Lu, Ersha Island. Tel:(20) 87351163

Fossils Exhibit, until Aug 25
Collection by Jinshan Geology Museum, Hunan Province. RMB 6, daily 9am-5pm, at the Guangzhou Museum. For details, call (20) 83545253.


Hong Kong
HK Comics Festival 2004, Jul 30-Aug 3
11am-10pm, HK$20, at the HKCEC, for more details, call (852) 23440415

 
Dining
Out

Landmark July Special Recommendation
*BJ'zz.com Bar - Jazz your Blues away. The place to enjoy your Blues and loose your blues to Jazz. The BJ'zz.com Bar located on the 3rd floor will be transferred back in time of Lambert, Hendricks & Ross from the 30's up to new time Jazz of our century. The Landmarks resident band and guest singers will make sure you have an unforgettable evening with great tunes and a variety of beverages. For details, please call (86 755) 8217 2288 ext. 504 or visit our website www.szlandmark.com.cn *Artisan Court - Our Master Chef Mr. Franco Yuen and his brigade invite you to experience Cantonese and Chaozhou cuisine at its best. For details, please contact (86 755) 8217 2288 ext. 588 or visit our website www.szlandmark.com.cn

Shenzhen
Amazon Brazil Roast
BBQ Brazilian style. Located at Seaworld Complex, Taizi Rd., Shekou. For details, call (755) 26683388

Bavarian Restaurant
Sausage and german beer. Located at the GF, Royal Plaza Hotel, 7058 Hongli Rd (corner Xiangmei Lu), Futian District. Tel:(755) 81832209

Bali House
Indonesian Restaurant, 2023 Honggui Rd., Futian District. Tel: (755) 25582633


Guangzhou
Mediterranean Cuisine Festival at River Garden Coffee Shop
Until Aug 8, lunch and dinner, RMB205-238, White Swan Hotel, 1 Shamian Nan Jie, Tel: (20) 81886968 ext 18

Tang Chinese Cuisine
Cantonese food. 1 Jianshe Liu Ma Lu, Tel:(20) 83843320

The Single Cafe
Unit 102, Xin Cheng Residential Area, 199 xin Cheng Bei Jie, Tianhe Dong Lu. Tel:(20) 38814275


Dongguan
Kansas City Bar and Grill
2F, Grand Noble Hotel, Gankou Rd., Humen Town. Tel:(769) 5117888

Botanica Brasserie
International cuisine. GF Sheraton Hotel Dongguan, 107 Highway, Houjie Town. Tel:(769) 5988888

Rhine Castle
European cuisine. 1F, Dongguan Hotel, 11 Dongzheng Rd. Dongguan City. Tel:(769) 2222222

 
Nightlife

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Shenzhen
Capital Bar
Western music. G33B, Boulevard, East Pacific Garden, Futian District. Tel:(755) 83136851

Gypsy Wine Bar and Restaurant
Expat Hangout. GF, Shop 3, Haibin Commercial Bldg., Seaworld Complex, Shekou. Tel:(755) 26682657

Habibi
Moroccan theme bar. Inside East Lake (Donghu) Park, Aiguo Rd., Luohu District. Tel:(755) 25406816


Guangzhou
Kevin's Cafe
12 Jianshe Liu Lu, Tel:(20) 83765879

Kama Club
Quirky. Jinyi Tower, 248 Hengfu Lu. Tel:(20) 83585115

Golf Club
Used to be a Mini Golf Course. North gate, Yuexiu Park, Huanshi Zhong Lu. Tel:(20) 86666708

Dongguan
Gordon's Lounge
20F, Grand Noble Hotel, Gankou rd., Humen Town. Tel:(769) 5117888 ext. 7701

Renzo Lounge
GF Sheraton Hotel Dongguan, 107 Highway, Houjie Town. Tel:(769) 5988888

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Weekly
Calendar

August 2, Monday
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Shenzhen
Mad Cow Monday @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
All day Hamburgers and Chunky Chips for only RMB45. Shop 118 Sea World Complex, Shekou. Tel:(755) 26684496

Ladies Day at Yes Bar
Free drink for ladies all day. Located at Shizheng Design Building, 3001 Sungang Road West Tel: (755) 83617612, 83255116


Guangzhou
Special Greens
Until Sep 30, green fees at RMB150 for 18 holes on Mondays, South Palms Country Golf Club, Huang Zhu Yuan, Zhenlong Town, Zeng Ceng City, Tel:(20) 82876388, 82878756

Children's Art Courses
August 1-September 30 4:30-6pm, every Monday, RMB90 per hour, at the Insignt Cafe, GF, Booth 3, 230 Long Kou Xi Lu. For details, call (20) 38215002

Japanese Family Hour
Hosted by Guangzhou Japanese Women Association, Free admission. 10-11:30am, Cangaroo Stop, Rm 104, 90 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu. Tel:(20) 85513838


Hongkong
Harlem Globetrotters Exhibition Match
HK Convention and Exhibition Centre Hall 3,1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, HK$100-$1000. For schedule and other details, call (852) 31288288,

Joint Schools Summer FEST 2004
HK Cultural Concert Hall, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, call (852) 27349009, 27342009 for schedule and details.


August 3, Tuesday
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Shenzhen
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:(755) 26684496

Mahjong for Ladies
Every Tuesday afternoon at 2pm. For details, please contact Ms. Heidi Wong on (755) 26676020.


Guangzhou
Special Greens
Until Sep 30, green fees at RMB150 for 18 holes for ladies, South Palms Country Golf Club, Huang Zhu Yuan, Zhenlong Town, Zeng Ceng City, Tel:(20) 82876388, 82878756

Taiji Lesson
Fee at RMB200 (members) and RMB320 (non-members) for eight lessons. Venue will be at the Luhu Golf and Country Club. Call Miss Ho at (020) 83507777 ext 389.


Hongkong
Harlem Globetrotters Exhibition Match
HK Convention and Exhibition Centre Hall 3,1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, HK$100-$1000. For schedule and other details, call (852) 31288288,

Steve Vai Infinity Tour Live in HK 2004
Rock & Pop music, 8pm, HK Int'l Trade & Exhibition Centre, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, Tel: (852) 27830135,26202222


August 4, Wednesday
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Shenzhen
Ladies Night at True Color Guoqi
9pm to 2am, 25F Section A Guoqi Daxia Shangbunan Lu. Contact (755) 82301833 for details.

Ladies Night at McCawley's
9pm. 50% off on selected drinks. Located at GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou. Tel:(755) 26684496

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


Guangzhou
Cafe Scientifique: Astronomy
Interactive forum by Stephen Pizzey, 7:30pm, free admission, registration required. Call (20) 83351316 ext 211 or email cafesci@britishcouncil.org.cn for reservations. E.T.Space, 3F, 183 Yanjiang Lu, by the Pearl River

Summer GWIC Playground,
Every Wed, 10-11:30am, until Aug 31. RMB20 per child (includes snacks and juices), 10% discount on food and drinks for mums. Cangaroo Stop, Rm 104, 90 Tianhe Nan Yi Lu. Tel: (20) 85513838

Ladies Night At Bar City-B Boss Club
8pm. Loud Fashion statement for ladies to get a free cocktail. GF, Garden Hotel, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu. Tel:(20) 83862888

Conversation Club by English First Enterprises
5:45-6:45pm every Wednesday. Call (20) 37601518 for more details about venue and admission.


Hongkong
Song God In Concert II
Rock & Pop music, 8pm, HK Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Rd, Hung Hom. Call (852) 23557234 for ticket and other details.

Rhythm & Groove at 1/5
Every Wed, blues and funk, 9:30pm. Located at 9 Star St. Tel:(852) 25202515 for more details.


August 5, Thursday
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Shenzhen
Tex Mex Thursday @ McCawley's Irish Bar & Restaurant
All day. Located at GF, 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou. Tel:(755) 26684496

Ladies' Golf day
8am. Every Thursday. For more information, please call Isabelle at (755) 26810062.


Guangzhou
Singing Club/Film Club by EF Enterprises
5:45-6:45pm every Thursday. Call (20) 37601518 for more details about venue and admission.

Chinese Language Exchange
At Baogong Mansion, GF, 363 Longkoudong Lu. Call (20) 38483627 for time schedule.


Hongkong
Sex and the City Official Party 2004
8pm, by HBO and Absolut, featuring New York's hottest DJ, at C club, Lux and California, Lan Kwai Fong

Ladies Night at Joint 15
Every Thurs, 10:30pm-4am, free entry and drinks all night long for ladies, HK$100 for men, buy one get one free drink for men. Located at 1F Ming An Plaza Phase 1, 8 Sunning Ave, Causeway Bay. Tel:(852) 28107229

PIMP Ladies Night at Bier Keller
Every Thursday, 11pm, HK$100 (men), free entry and drinks for Ladies, Basement, De Fenwick, 42-50 Lockhart Road, Wanchai. For details, call (852) 92373702


August 6, Friday
*********************

Shenzhen
Beer and Pizza Night @ Mama Gelato
6-11pm. Carlsberg Beer at RMB10, Sea World Plaza Shop 70-71 Shekou, Nanshan District. Tel:(755) 26850910

Mexican Drinking Fiesta at Beatles Music Bar
9:30pm-1:30 am. All Tequila Shots for only 20rmb. With the Gone Johnson Review band. Hai Bin Commercial Bldg., Seaworld Complex, Shekou


Guangzhou
Australian Football League
2004 AFL Premiership, 10:30pm, Elephant & Castle, 363 Huanshi Dong Lu, Call (20) 83593309 for more details.

Korean Language Exchange
At Baogong Mansion, GF, 363 Longkoudong Lu. Call (20) 38483627 for schedule.

Blue Note Bar's Live Show
Jazz music. 10pm until 1am. GF, 165 Taojin Lu, opposite 7-11. Call (20) 83593384 for details.

1920s Cafe's Caribbean Night
Free. RMB35 cocktail for the most creative outfit. 8pm-10:30pm, 183 Yanjiang Zhong Lu. Tel:(20) 83336156


Hongkong
Happy Friday at Joint 15
Every Friday, 10:30pm, ladies free entry & free drinks all night long, HK$100 entry fee with 1 drink for men (non-member). All drinks buy one get one free. 1F Ming An Plaza Phase 1, 8 Sunning Road, Causeway Bay, Tel:(852) 28107229


August 7, Saturday
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Shenzhen
Shekou Hash at 2:30 pm
Meet at the Snake Pit, located at Yin Hui Bldg., Tai Zi Road, Shekou, Shenzhen. For more information, please contact: ShekouHashHouseHarriers@groups.msn.com


Guangzhou
Tri-Nations Rugby
10:30pm, Elephant & Castle, 363 Huanshi Dong Lu, Call (20) 83593309 for more details.

English Language Exchange Events
At Baogong Mansion, GF, 363 Longkoudong Lu. Call (20) 38483627 for schedule.

1920s Cafe's Caribbean Night
Free RMB 35 cocktail for the most creative outfit. 8pm-10:30pm, 183 Yanjiang Zhong Lu. Tel:(20) 83336156


Huizhou
Aotou Hash at 3:30 pm.
Meet at Sunrise Cafe, Aotou. For details, please contact Malcolm at 139 27370501.


Hongkong
Breakbeat Gathering Part 1
HK$230-$280, 2F Sun hung Kai Centre, 30 Harbour Rd., Wanchai, for schedule and other details, call (852) 61357910, 61844768

Burned with Desire
By Trancedesire.com, 11pm-5am, HK$120 (with 2 standard drinks), Music Room Live, 2F California Entertainment Bldg., 34-36 Deguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central. For tickets, call (852) 92694343


August 8, Sunday
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Shenzhen
World Beat at VBar
10pm, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 9026 Shennan Rd., Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District. Call (755) 26936888

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

Sunday Carvery at McCawley's
RMB 118 per person. Available on lunch. Located at 118 Seaworld Complex, Shekou, Shenzhen. Tel: (755) 26684496


Guangzhou
Australian Football League
2004 AFL Premiership, 10:30pm, Elephant & Castle, 363 Huanshi Dong Lu, Call (20) 83593309 for more details.

Japanese Language Exchange
At Baogong Mansion, GF, 363 Longkoudong Lu. Call (20) 38483627 for time details.

 

Upcoming
Events

Shenzhen
China (Shenzhen) International Surface Treatment Coating and Anticorrosive Technology & Equipment Exhibition, Aug 11-13
China Hi-Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Road, Futian Central District. For details, call (755) 83867900, 83867327

China (Shenzhen) International Coating Exhibition Aug 11-13
China Hi-Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Road, Futian Central District. For details, call (755) 83867900, 83867327

The 15th International Furniture (Shenzhen) Fair, Aug 19-22
China Hi-Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Road, Futian Central District. For details, call (755) 83786192

The 10th Presentation Microelectronics Shenzhen 2004 (Nepcon), Aug 30-Sep 2
China Hi-Tech Fair Exhibition Center, Fuzhong 3rd Road, Futian Central District. For details, call (10) 68207157


Guangzhou
The 9th Guangzhou Exhibition and Seminar for Chartered Management & Chain Group, Aug 10-12
Chinese Export Commodities Fairground, NO.117, Liuhua Rd, Guangzhou. Call (20) 85539139, 85539079

The 5th Guangzhou Exhibition for Chartered Group & Famous Brand of Dress & Costume, Aug 10-12
Chinese Export Commodities Fairground, NO.117, Liuhua Rd, Guangzhou. Call (20) 85539139, 85539079

2004 The 3rd Guangzhou IT Week, Aug 10-13
Chinese Export Commodities Fairground, NO.117, Liuhua Rd, Guangzhou. Call (20) 87617370

China (Guangzhou) Consumer Goods Procurement Consulting Meeting 2004, Aug 12-14
Jinhan Exhibition Centre, 119 Liuhua Lu, Call Ms Yip at (20) 87501412 for more details, or visit www.jh-gz.com

The 14th China Int'l Furniture Fair (Guangzhou) Home Textile & Decor China 2004, Aug 18-21
Guangzhou Pazhou Int'l Exhibition and Convention Centre, Tel:(20) 89895576, 89890602, for more details, call (20) 86673473.


Hongkong
Elton John's Asian Tour, Sep 13
At the HKCEC, tickets from HK$490-$1690, call HK Ticketing on (852) 31288288.

 
Hongkong
Happenings

The Edge, Hong Kong's Premier Nightclub
Has work had you on the edge lately? There is only one cure join us for the Happy Hour special, The Drink Club Tue-Sat 6pm-9pm, All you can drink for HKD120 only! Soothing live music from 7PM onwards Tue to Fri. Cosmo Frenzy, our very own Ladies Night, every Wed. from 9pm onwards, with live music from 7PM and DJ's May and Eric Bryan on vinyl control with R&B tunes all night. Cosmopolitans and it's other version free for ladies all night, live on stage Clause 8 starting at 7PM, Tel 2523 6690, info@edgehk.com or visit www.edgehk.com

 
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