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Hotel Deals

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One night Deluxe Suite (68sqm) accommodation only RMB680nett, including: One complimentary buffet breakfast / RMB100 off (only for all outlets and mini bar) / Free broadband access / Free use of Fitness Facilities (including swimming pool) / Daily newspaper / Late check out till 2:00pm (it's subject to room availability) / Valid till March 31, 2008. For booking and inquiry, call (86-512) 6292 2206. E-mail: reservations.allsuitessuzhou@hojochina.com. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 820 2525, 400 820 2525.

Mommy & Daddy, Take Me to Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa...
This Easter, our in-house guests kids under 12 accompanied by adult guests, can enjoy the following special treatments: Complimentary daily buffet breakfast for kids at The Big Kitchen during the stay; Complimentary use of the resort's Kidz Paradise with all its recreational facilities, services and games. Term & conditions: Valid from March 21 - 25, 2008, offer is subject to availability. Tel: (86 898) 8858 8888; Fax: (86 898) 8858 8588. Email: sanya@hilton.com Website: www.hiltonworldresorts.com

Spring Weekend Special Package at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
Pamper yourself with a special weekend escape while enjoying the exceptional 360°views. Special spring room rates are available from March 1 to April 30. Guests are invited to experience a Deluxe Room for CNY1,800* per room per night or choose a Studio Suite for only CNY3,100* (single occupancy) and CNY3,400* (double occupancy) per room per night - only available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Guests can experience all the luxury of a 24 hr gym, indoor/outdoor pools and Mandara Spa or dine in one of 3 award winning restaurants. For reservations please call: (86 21) 5359 4969.

Style & Elegance is Happening in Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Located in the Asian Games Village, only 1km distance from the "Birds Nest" and the "water cube", the national main stadium of 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. 315 rooms and suites, with 3 Continental Club Floors ( Executive Floors) with duplex Club Lounge. State-of-art meeting or conference facilities, "creative" food and drinks, together with 4000-sq m Life Style Club. More interesting package from us - Relaxation package (Room +Massage + One way Transfer +Breakfast- wow!). Call (8610) 5963 6688 for reservations or e-mail us at parkside@marcopolohotels.com for more information.

Weekend Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a weekend special rate of *RMB1888 with 2 nights stay until 30 April 2008. Including complimentary bottle of imported wine; hotel limousine service to or from airport; in-room broadband internet access; wireless internet access; use of gym, sauna and tennis court; please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations. *Subject to 15% surcharge, only applicable to arrivals on Fridays or Saturdays.

Pamper yourself at Forever Tropical Paradise - Sanya!
Accompanying with swaying palm trees, blue sky, sandy beach, indulged in a world with joy and romance, or ride jet ski to raise the heartbeat for a thrilling experience...Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya or call +86-898-8855 8451, e-mail sanya.res@sheraton.com for more information. Rates start from RMB1,800 + 15% service charge, please click here for more info about the package.

Nightlife

Matrix And Futurebound
In the nightlife scene from Britain to Japan, and from Russia to Spain, each of their album and performance has left the audience deep impressions. Drum & Bass DJ founder and media speak highly of their music and they are the world's hottest DJs Matrix+Futurebound. They will come to perform in Beijing on March 13. 10pm-4am, March 13. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333

Hot Pot II
One party with DJs of three different styles (DJ Wordy, DJ Lomang and DJ Shougo) to meet diversified needs, music ranges from hip hop and funk to electronica and drum 'n bass, just like a delicious hot pot that mixed every thing nutritious. If you are tired of those top 40 and longing for some good music, you should definitely should not miss this party. 8pm-2am, March 15. Song TEL (8610) 6587 1311

Dave Seaman
Dave Seaman is a British dance music DJ and record producer. Features tracks & remixes from Underworld, Sasha, Dubfire, Martin Buttrich, Tim Deluxe, Skylark, Gui Boratto, D Ramirez, Oliver Huntemann, Popof and many more... Support DJ DJ Caroline Banx (U.K), DJ Ed Jones (U.K) (Hippo Club uk Resident), Dio (China) and many others. RMB100 for presale. 10pm-7am, March 14. Star Lvie TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Acupuncture "Jin" Party
Acupuncture brings the first of its "Jin" party with DJs Weng Weng, Elvis.T, Xiao Linfeng and Xiaofeng, who will present the purest tech music to you. Come to enjoy the blessings of their techno. RMB50 incl. a drink. 8pm-2am, March 14. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585

French Music Festival
Kaleidoscopic DJ sets where all styles merge together: ranging from colorful sounds of Bollywood, jumpy electronic, Gainsbourg-esque influences and rock. Otra: passes all ingridients through her magic blender, ideal for cocktail lovers! Dominique A is a author-composer-singer, as leader of a certain minimalist trend during the 90's, he composes bare and melancholic music with lyrics which never lose sight of daily life. They will perform along with many others. 8pm, March 14. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.

Incubus Light Grenades
'Light Grenades' is a very new perspective for Incubus. Working, once again, with Super Producer, 'Brendan O'Brien', the band spent more time crafting, and sculpting these songs than they ever have historically. Like proof readers on meth, they devoured songs and only let them live if they excited, surprised and inspired us all! Tickets: RMB600/500/400. Wednesday, March 12. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Caroline Bax
The Bank Lounge and Club will bring you famous British DJ Caroline Bax on March 15. Since 2003, Caroline Bax has gained a promiment position in the electronic music arena of Europe and her name is frequently seen on popular magazines like Mixmag and many electronics music festival lkie Creamfiled, Sundissential. March 15. The Bank Lounge and Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998

In Touch With Ibiza
The perfect event for all those party addicts who feel attracted by the magical magnetism of the island every year. In order to bring Ibiza's original party feeling and the best sound of the island to those who couldn't be a part of it or who cannot wait for the next trip to the white isle, we proudly present the In Touch with Ibiza Tour in Beijing at Star Live. RMB80 presale, RMB100 at door. 10pm, March 15. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

More info about above events can be found on www.98street.com.

Dining Out

Cowboy Set Lunch
RMB88 + 15% per person. Your choice: 150g imported Beef Tenderloin, Rib-eye, Sirloin, BBQ Marinated Pork Spare-ribs, Grilled Spring Chicken, Mouthwatering salad from our salad bar. One glass of local beer, fruit juice or soft drink. For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688.

Easter Brunch Buffet at Skyline Cafe
Join us for a fun-filled Easter brunch buffet fit for the whole family! An array of appetizers, a hot carving station with Roasted Gammon Ham, American Crab Cakes, Chocolate Jasmine Tea Cake, Strawberry Savarine...it's a holiday treat you don't want to hop out on! Price: RMB268+15% per person, includes unlimited soft drinks, beer, and sparkling wine. Time: Sunday, 23 March. 12:00-14:30.

Kempinski's Easter Sunday
At Kranzler's Restaurant and Bar we celebrate our traditional Easter Sunday Brunch. Egg - Hunt and Fun - Games with our Kempi - Bunny, pure enjoyment for kids of all ages. Western Easter Classics and Asian Delicacies are waiting for you at RMB 355.00 + 15% including non - alcoholic drinks. Our "Sparkling Package" offers you unlimited Bubbly, White and Red Wines and Paulaner Beer at RMB 405.00+15%. For reservations, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4105. For your Easter Goodies you can shop at Kempi Deli starting from Monday March 17nd. For information or order please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5741.

Orchid Terrace Cafe(coffee shop)
*Come and try dinner seafood buffet - lobster, oysters, sliced sashimi, hand-roll sushi and much more! Weekday lunch buffet (Monday to Sunday): RMB158+15% service charge per person; Weekday dinner (Monday to Thursday): RMB188+15% service charge per person; Weekend dinner buffet (Friday, Saturday and Sunday): RMB268net (includes soft drinks). 50%off on all beverages in the coffee shop. *5 cuisine a la Duchesse are priced RMB 70 to RMB 90. Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555. For more info, please click here

F'easter Easter
The infamous and decadent 'Bubbly Sunday Brunch' with all the traditional Easter trimmings on Easter Sunday 23 March. A chocolate extravaganza for all to behold, a mystifying magic show, live music, colored egg painting to keep the little ones occupied and even a visit from the Easter bunny. rmb 338 per person with free flow piper champagne, wine and brunch beverage bar. rmb 268 with unlimited soft drinks, juice and mocktails. rmb 118 kids below 12 years. Subject to a 15% service charge. From 11:30am to 3:00pm, prior reservations recommended please call (8610) 6629 7810.

Rumi Persian Grill
Rumi is crisply decorated with a strictly modern feel. Iranian cuisine prizes sour flavors such as pomegranate and sumac, a dried crushed sour red berry and green herbs. The menu here focuses on beef, lamb, chicken and fish kebabs. The chicken leg kebab is succulently tender and juicy, marinated in a mix of saffron and lemon juice. Vegetarians could make a hearty meal of humus, tomato and feta and vegetable salads. For dessert, try the delicate little baklava stuffed with cardamon and walnuts. Daily 11:30am - 11pm, Xiaoyun Road (opposite King's Garden Villas), Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8454 3838

Travel Information

Daily Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or click here

Xitang-An Ancient Town With A Thousand Year History
Xitang Ancient Town is located in Jiashan County, Zhejiang Province. Though Xitang is not so well known to tourists as other Southern China towns like Zhou Zhuang and Wuzhen, it maintains perfectly some famous residences of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and hence is nicknamed the living ancient town with a thousand year history. Besides, there are many rivers, streams and bridges in the town, all of which seem to be telling people they are in a water town of Southern China and reminding them of the long history of the area. For details of Xitang, please call 0573-4564161 or your preferred travel agents.

Your Ideal Travel Guide-Beijing Huatang International Travel Agency
Beijing Huatang International Travel Agency is an international travel agency approved by China's National Tourism Administration. We provide inbound travel and domestic travel service along with other travel related services, such as hotel reservation, featured sightseeing, holiday and leisure, business visit and meeting & convention organization so as to meet you diversified demand. For details about us, please contact (8610) 5128 7836


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Education

April 8 Infosession for the Master of Marketing Degree
As a Melbourne Master of Marketing student studying in Beijing, you will have the opportunity to gain a valuable international qualification from one of the top 30 universities in the world without having to stop your career while you study. We warmly invite you participate in the upcoming information sessions, presented by Professor Ellis, Associate Dean - China programs at Melbourne Business School, to explore the international Master of Marketing degree program in Beijing, a program in partnership with Beihang University and approved by the Ministry of Education of China. The next intake of the Melbourne Master of Marketing program will commence in late August. Come to the information session and find out how to become part of the Melbourne family. Welcome to ring us on (8610) 6507 4822, and visit www.mbs.org.cn for the details.

Western Academy of Beijing - Financial Assistance 2008/09
Western Academy of Beijing offers a limited financial assistance to qualified expatriate families in Beijing. Information about the program and application forms can be obtained from the WAB Finance Department by contacting finance@wab.edu. Applications should be submitted no later than by March 31, 2008.

The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's educational approach arises out of the best practices found in British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results, respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents, teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.

Health & Fitness

Matra Yoga
Matra Yoga is a professional yoga club featuring warm and calm ambience. All of our courses are taught by certified Yoga teachers. In our club that is filled with strong Yogo culture, you can not only learn about the basics of Yoga, but also use the Yoga theory into your daily life to promote the health of your body and mind. You will immediately identify the value we deliver when you choose to be with us. Address: 0506, No. 1 Building, Enji Zhuangyuan, 18 Enjizhuang, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8812 9896

Haixia Belly Dance Club
Want to be fit? Come to join our hot belly dance club. We'll help you reduce your extra weight by 10 to 20 pounds within two to three months and make your body as slim as you want. Our beautiful coach Haixia will show you each action by herself with her performance-like dance movement. We also offer special courses for women to recover from their pregnancy. RMB80/1 time. Address: Room 818, 8F, Read Building, 5 Yumin East Road, Xicheng District TEL (8610) 5857 3118

Beijing Jinsheng Plastic Hospital
Beijing Jinsheng is a professional hospital that combines plastic, beauty, weight-reducing and dental services. Located in Xuanwu District, we have a group of skilled medical team and advanced international facilities that ensure a care-free medical experience for you. With the efforts of our plastic and beauty experts, we've successfully shaped thousands of "handsome men and pretty ladies". Address: 53 Guangnei Street, Xuanwu District. For more information about us, please dial (8610) 8315 4697

Relocations

Tongda Home Moving Company
Established in 1998, we are a professional home moving and freight company in Beijing with more than 150 vehicles and around 600 staff. We have branches in each district of Beijing so that we can provide the most convenient and timely service to you. Price: RMB1200 for Luxury Home Moving Package, including packaging, furniture dismantling and installing, new home arrangement and cleaning etc. RMB1000 for Economic Home Moving Package. Service Hotline: (8610) 6740 1591 (Chaoyang)/(8610) 6282 9581 (Haidian)

Beijing Jiaxunda Home Moving
Affiliated to Beijing Huaxia Shengshi Logistics Company, Beijing Xiaxunda is a large home moving company that is skillful in furniture moving, piano moving, furniture dismantling and installing, packaging and A.C moving. We have a big fleet of trucks and a group of well-trained staff to offer you the most satisfactory service. Starting price: RMB180. TEL (8610) 6281 3411

Move Around Town With Fujin Mayi
We offer cost-effective, fast, safe and considerate moving services to individuals and businesses as well. RMB160 (starting price)/truck for individual home moving; RMB10 for each additional floors; RMB180 (starting price) for business moving. Cardboard boxes provided. 24-hour Hotline: (8610) 5165 3440

Jobs

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada

Human Resources Manager Wanted at The Embassy of Australia, Beijing
The Australian Agency of International Development at the Embassy of Australia, Beijing is seeking a suitably qualified Expatriate to fill the position of Human Resources Manager. Depending on the qualifications, experience and preference of the applicant, this position may be filled on either a full or part-time basis. For a copy of the job description and selection criteria, please email job.ausaid@dfat.gov.au. Applications close 28 March 2008.

ICT Help Desk Engineer Wanted at ISB
International School of Beijing (ISB) cordially invites applications from candidates who are interested in applying for the "ICT Help Desk Engineer" position. The ICT Help Desk Engineer is responsible for the planning, management, oversight and implementation of the Help Desk system, and all client, end-user and classroom ICT equipment. Interested candidates are invited to visit "http://www.isb.bj.edu.cn/hr-support_staff.aspx" for more information.

Full-time Math And Science Teacher Wanted
Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic native english speaker preferably with previous experience in teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or international schools. Applicant must have a University degree and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested can email us at dalwya@gmail.com.

Services

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Your Professional Translation Solution Provider-Beijing Ya An Fei
Beijing Ya An Fei is a professional translation company with an efficient management team and experience translators/interpreters who are dedicated to and skillful in a big variety of fields including electric, chemical, mechanical installation and IT. We can provide you translation solutions in dozens of languages such as English, Russia, Korean, Japanese, German and French. RMB130-170/thousand words for Chinese-English translation. RMB110-150/thousand words for English-Chinese translation. For details about other language translations, please call (8610) 8207 0917

We Help You Deal With Your Visa Issues
We, Beijing Zuosheng International Investment Service Company, have been engaged in offering visa services for expatriates in China for six years. Our major services include, visa extension, visa renewal and landing visa. In addition, we can also offer you invitation letter, employment certificate and help your company register in China. Address: Room 310, Dawang Office Building, 12, West Dawang Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5166 5798

Dacheng Law Office
As a leading commercial law firm and one of the first partnership law firms in China, Dacheng has offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, Jinan and Xi'an with over 400 partners, lawyers and consultants who are experienced in a wide ranged of laws and businesses, including Corporate Law, Finance, Securities, Trust, International Trade, Real Estate, Intellectual Property Right, Taxation, Civil Affairs and so on. If you have any inquiry for legal practices or encounter any legal disputes in China, please don't hesitate to drop us a line and we are more than happy to help you out. 12/F, Guohua Plaza, 3 Dongzhimennan Avenue, Dongcheng District TEL (8610) 5813 7799

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

The 17th Beijing International Gifts, Craftwork & Home Accessories Exhibition
March 10-13, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6505 2288 ext. 86780

China Environment Sanitation & Cleaning Equipment And Technology Exhibition 2008
March 12-14, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

The 6th China International Scientific Instrument & Lab Equipment Exhibition
March 12-14, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6835 4457

The 6th Beijing International Social Public Security Products And Equipment Exhibition
March 13-15, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

China International Automobile Repairing Technology And Equipment And Automobile Compoments Exhibition 2008
March 14-17, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000

China Food Consumption Safety Forum
March 14-16, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

The 16th China Recreational Facilities Exhibition 2008
March 14-16, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6835 4457

The 6th China International Automobile Articles Exhibition
March 7-10, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

Art Exhibition: Classic & Only Beauty
Classic paintings of the 19th century's Europe collected by Simon Foundation are on the show. RMB50/680.
March 7-June 8, Beijing Wolrd Art Museum TEL (8610) 5980 2222

2008 Romantic Brush Ink
Featuring paintings of Feng Zhongyun, Shi Jianguo and Wang Mao.
March 2-31, Beijing XYZ Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9299

Fishes In Art
Fishes In Art is an academic themed exhibition showcasing works of six artists whose works are based on various fishes.
March 8-23, West Bank Contemporary Art Club, 10 meters inside the gate of No. 2 Courtyard of 798 Art District.

Thoughts Flasher Contemporary Art Exhibition
Featuring works by Cheng Hai, Han Shihua, Tan Yongshi.
March 1-April 1, Weiruolisha (Beijing) Contemporary Art Center TEL (8610) 6432 6755

Early Spring Joint Art Exhibition
Featuring artists An Kun, Dong Jiuping, Dong Chaoyang, Feng Ling, Hua Jiming, Han Dan, Jiang Jin and many others.
February 23-March 18, Beijing Dongqu Art Center, Songzhuang Town, Tongzhou District TEL (8610) 6959 8811

The Pure Desire-Three Young Artist Exhibition
Artists: Liu Zhengyong, Wu Xin Yu, Shitao
March 1-27, ShinShan Gallery Beijing TEL (8610) 8457 3298

New Vista-The Phenomenon of Post-tradition In Contemporary Art
Works of artists Ai Weilai, Geng Jianyi, Hong Lei and many others are on the show.
February 2-March 16, Blank Space TEL (8610) 8456 2054

Holistic Back-Wang Luyan's Solo Exhibition
Wang Luyan creates an amplified micro-world in Holistic Back, which consists of a 10-meter wall and a spheriform part and lets people lose of a concrete reference.
January 26-March 26, Joy Art Beijing TEL (8610) 8459 9788

dA Office, Voroduo: Architect's Installation
As the second of a series of installations that dA Office has made for specific exhibition, Voroduo is a works that blurs the boundary between art and architecture. The huge symmetry structure made of 100 interweave acryl attracts the audience with its twisting body.
January 26 till end of March. Beijing Yimen Gallery TEL (8610) 5127 3220

Huang Juntu Solo Exhibition
January 23-March 31, Gallery Of JW Marriot Beijing, 83 Jianguo Road, China Central Place, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8911 5762

Theater & Performances

Harry Connick, Jr. Beijing Concert
Harry Connick, Jr., a multi-talented artists who is known for straight-ahead jazz and stride piano as well as more contemporary New Orleans music, will perform at the Beijing Exhibition Center Theater. Tickets selling for RMB300-1600.
7:30pm, March 11. Beijing Exhibition Center Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455

Drama: "Ba Wang Ge Xing"
By National Theatre Company of China. Tickets selling for RMB50-180.
7:30pm, March 14-30. East Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6559 7394

Stage Drama: "Happy Fried Dough Twist-Crazy Stone"
Tickets selling for RMB60-500.
7:30pm, March 11-16. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 5166 4511

China National Symphony Orchestra Concert
China National Symphony Orchestra is one of the most outstanding professional symphony orchestras in China. Originally founded as the Central Philharmonic Orchestra of China in 1956, the orchestra was restructured and renamed in 1996. Come to see their wonderful performances. Tickets selling for RMB80-380.
7:30pm, March 14. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000

Concert: Shenzhou Song
Concert by National Symphoy Orchestra. Tickets selling for RMB80-380.
7:30pm, March 15. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000

Drama: "Thunder Storm"
Famous Chinese writer Cao Yu's masterpiece "Thunder Storm" returns to Beijing, featuring experienced stage actor Yang Lixin and actress Gong Lijun. The drama has been a hit throughout China since it first premiered in 2004. Tickets selling for RMB180-580.
7:30pm, March 12-16. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000

Requiem-Johannes Brahms Works Concert
Tickets selling for RMB50-580.
7:30pm, March 15. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8303

Kunqu Opera: "Lan Ke Shan"
Tickets selling for RMB30-70.
7:30pm, March 14. Ethnic Cultural Palace Theater TEL (8610) 6605 2404

Kunqu Opera: "The Peony Pavilion"
Kunqu Opera has been selected as "List of Human Beings' Verbal and Non-material Cultural Heritage of the UNESCO". And "The Peony Pavilion" is a classic in Kunqu Opera performing art. Tickets selling for RMB30-70.
7:30pm, March 10-11. Ethnic Cultural Palace Theater TEL (8610) 6605 2404

Ballet: The Red Detachment Of Women
Premiered by National Ballet of China on September 26, 1964, this classic Chinese ballet The Red Detachment of Women will be performed again by the same group. Tickets selling for RMB20-150.
7:30pm, March 14-15. PKU Centennial Hall TEL (8610) 6275 7627

Drama: The Zoo Story
Edward Albee's play "The Zoo Story", which is a confrontation between middle-class America and the outcasts of society, is performed in Beijing from this week till April. Tickets selling for RMB50-260.
7:30pm, March 6-April 1. People's Art Theatre TEL (8610) 6524 6789

Weekly Calendar

Monday, March 10, 2008
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Schnitzel Day at Die Kochmuzen
We offer you All You Can Eat Schnitzels (escalopes). RMB60-78 various styles, from the famous Wiener Schnitzel to Gypsy Escalope and Escalope Italia.
Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830

Lush Cinema
Every Monday is the cinema night at Lush, come to relax with dinner and enjoy the wonderful flicks on offer. Free dessert between 7pm and 9pm.
8pm. Lush TEL (8610) 8286 3566

Tuesday, March 11, 2008
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DJ Marek & Suki
Free admission. 9pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

Harry Connick, Jr. Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Exhibition Center Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455

Ladies' Night
Free Cuba Libre, Screw Driver, Pina Colada, Tequila Sunrise, Mohito and Summer Punch for ladies from 8pm till 11pm.
Latinos TEL (8610) 6409 6997

VIP Night
Kandi Klub invites you to our popular VIP Nights. This is a prefect venue to entertain, socialise and have a good time with friends or business partners. We will enhance your surroundings with the latest chart music and high quality service from our staff.
Kandi Klub TEL (8610) 6590 9999

Wednesday, March 12, 2008
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Incubus Light Grenades
Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Old School Music
Angel's themed party on Wednesday, come to experience a different party night.
8pm. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

Ladies Night
This is a special night for all Hip-Hop ladies. Free admission for all ladies and RMB30 for the accompanying gentleman. RMB80 for unlimited drink time between 9pm and 3am.
Club Fusion TEL (8610) 5167 0333

Thursday, March 13, 2008
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Lonely China Day
RMB40. 8pm-2am. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

Matrix And Futurebound
10pm-4am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333

Venus's Night
Check out the best dancing music and the specials. Free drink on ALL the cocktails for ladies before midnight. Free Entry.
9pm till late. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086

Friday, March 14, 2008
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Einstein Day
To commemorate the birthday of Albert Einstein, we celebrate that with One Meter HB beer (11 glasses) including 1 Butcher Starter (cold cut platter) for RMB250 only!
Die Kochmuzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830

Dave Seaman
10pm-7am. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Acupuncture "Jin" Party
8pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585

French Music Festival
8pm. Yugong Yishan TEL (8610) 6404 2711

China National Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30pm. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000

80's Night
Join us for the new and improved 80's experience, now every Friday night and featuring 4 DJs on rotation to keep the mix fresh. The best from the 80's with a few surprise from the 70's and 90's and no cover charge! Rock out with the infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B and the strut of Sweet FA. Enjoy 80's prices on shots and Long Island Ice Tea. Free entry.
10pm onward. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086

Saturday, March 15, 2008
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MLB Baseball Match
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the highest level of play in North American professional baseball. This is their match in China. RMB50-880.
Beijing Wukesong Baseball Center TEL (8610) 6669 0741

Hot Pot II
8pm-2am. Song TEL (8610) 6587 1311

Concert: Shenzhou Song
7:30pm. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000

Caroline Bax
The Bank Lounge and Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998

In Touch With Ibiza
10pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Alfa's Glam Party
Come dance and be fabulous! The best House and Electronic music for serious dancing Saturday. Free entry.
10pm onwards. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086

Sunday, March 16, 2008
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New Rock Power
As it is, this is a night of rock by various rock bands. RMB30.
New Get Lucky Bar TEL (8610) 8448 3335

The New Brunch Affair At Die Kochmuzen
Pamper yourself with a wide variety of German delicacies in an relaxed and tranquil atmosphere while enjoying classic music performed by our string quartet! Large buffet, all you can eat with live cooking station, fresh oysters, salad buffet, cold-cut selection, and more! Juices and coffee/tea are included. RMB188 per person. Half price for kids between 3 and 7, and free for those under 3. 11:30am-3pm.
Die Kochmutzen. For reservations call (8610) 5869 3830.

Upcoming Events

Yen White Party
Yen White is back again. This most interactive of Yen event allows each of you party goers to become an active part of the visual environment. Just wear white clothing as expert lighting engineers and VJs use the white-clothed crowd to project and transform the atmosphere before your eyes. But of course it will be a feast for the ears as well, as some of Beijing's best DJs will be behind the decks. Dio, Usami, Patrick Yu, Eddie Lv and newcomer X. Lee, laying out the best in House, Tech-house and Electro flavors. Top tier sound, lighting, and reasonably priced drinks. Get your crew together, get your white gear on and get to Star Live. 9pm-3am, March 21. TEL (8610) 6425 5677. For details, please visit www.98street.com.

Hello Kitty National Tour Beijing
Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel, the princess and prince of the Universe, come to the Earth with their happiness and songs along with their passionate friends. To be shown on March 21-23. Tickets selling for RMB80-1600. PLA Theatre TEL (8610) 6523 1455

Sunday, March 23 - The Easter Brunch Affair at Die Kochmuzen
Celebrate Easter Sunday at Die Kochmuzen with our New Brunch Affair including many Easter Specials. Pamper yourself with a wide variety of German delicacies in an relaxed and tranquil atmosphere while enjoying classic music performed by our string quartet! RMB248 per person. Juices and coffee/tea are included. Easter Sunday from 11:30 to 15:00. Die Kochmutzen. For reservations call (8610) 5869 3830.

In Bed With Space
In Bed with Space is one of the greatest Club tours worldwide with annually increasing sales figures. It tours the world's greatest clubs, always bringing a piece of Ibiza to the world: Artists, live performances, decoration, drag shows and much more…It has been running since summer 2002 with successful events at the legendary Space Club. This time, they will come to Beijing. 9pm-4am, March 29. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585

Movie: My Dear (Qin Ai De)
This fresh documentary follows an artist and her curator as they battle it out over artistic meaning in the work while dealing with the financial challenges of running a gallery and relationship struggles inside and outside friendship and marriage. A third friend of the two women enters the film towards the end, offering an interesting mirror effect. Director Gu Yaping's close connection with her characters allows an emotional candidness among women rarely scene in Mainland documentaries. To be shown at 8:00pm, Sunday, March 30. Tickets are 50RMB. 20 RMB for students with ID. For details, please call Michael Zhu at (8610) 6581 1030

Tiesto
Tiesto is the only DJ who had ever played at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Athens. And he has continued to hold a title of the top DJ in the Voting World Top Hundred DJs Chart organized by DJ Mag. In 2007 his new album "Element of Life" made Trance upwards to a new level, and this album became the most successful dance music album in the world. In 2008, in cooperation with the famous sport brand Reebok, he launched limited version gym shoes which continued to write his fairy imperial tale. RMB100 for presale. 8pm-2am, April 4. GT Banana TEL (8610) 6528 3636

Community Announcements

Charity In China: What can you do to help?
There are so many non-profit and non-governmental organizations operating in China doing so much great work. But what can you do to help donate or volunteer? You can sign-up to receive periodic information about the fantastic opportunities to help a needy family in China. Visit http://www.charityinchina.com/signup/ to get started with CharityInChina.org!

YPHHThe St. David's Society of Beijing
The SDSB provides cultural and social experiences for those Welsh, Chinese and others, which regularly include a celebration of St. David's Day (Gwyl Dewi Sant), Christmas party, rugby games, quiz nights and the like, to ensure that the 'hwyl' of Welshness is not lost in Beijing. For further information, please contact The Bard, Gilbard Honey-Jones on headmaster@britishschool.org.cn or telephone (8610) 8532 3088.

YPHHJoin Free. The Next Evolution in Online Dating
Why are we different? Group Dating! For extra fun go online dating with your friends by using our special Group Dating feature. Our Group Dating removes any anxiety of meeting new people by allowing you to meet others with your friends.

Taijiquan Workshop
Follow Han Laoshi to learn traditional style Taijiquan for your life enhancement. Heidi will help for translation. Wendesdays at 19:00 for beginners and Saturdays at 9:00am for advanced level. Contact Heidi at heidihyshen@163.com or 1300 103 9563.

The International Festival Chorus (IFC) is always looking for experienced choral singers of all voice types. The Chorus has members from over twenty countries and performs large-scale choral concerts three times a year. For more information or to schedule an audition please visit us online at www.beijingifc.org

Vermilion Beijing Devils Rugby Club Supported by Guinness
we are a rugby club in Beijing, open to all nationalities of any playing ability. Non-playing, social members are also welcome. The club has over 150 members. We train on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, the meeting point is the Den Bar, at 7pm. Games are played on weekends - for more information please visit www.beijingdevils.com.

BICF Welcomes You - Beijing International Christian Fellowship is an interdenominational gathering for foreign passport holders. People from 60+ countries come together each Sunday morning at 9 and 11 am at the 21st Century Theater. For more information about BICF, please contact us at www.bicf.org or call us at (8610) 8454 3468

Men's Football
Sign up now for Beijing's biggest and best football tournament: the MasterCard ClubFootball 5-a-side League. Now bigger than ever with Chayoang North and South Leagues, playing midweek at Chaoyang and Side Parks and ClubFootball's facility at Xiaowuji it's never been more convenient. Sign up is first come first served so get in touch now to join in. Interested individual players are always welcome and we'll help you find a team at a suitable level. Call (8610) 5130 8693/4/5/6 or email play@clubfootball.com.cn for more. For those who fancy weekend football the MasterCard ClubFootball Weekend 5-a-side competition will begin in April, check www.clubfootball.com.cn for details.

Women's Football
Women's Football will restart when the weather warms up in March, with the same format for sessions of half skills coaching with one of ClubFootball's FA-qualified professional coaches then another 45 minutes of match time. Please email play@clubfootball.com.cn or see www.clubfootball.com.cn for details.

Junior Coaching
The ClubFootball Winter Coaching Academies will draw to a close in March but have no fear as the Spring Academies will begin for all 4-18 year olds. Coaching moves outside as the weather improves and that means more groups and more matchplay. There will also be new venues including Haidian/West 3rd Ring, Lido/Wangjing and ClubFootball's new facility at Xiaowuji added to the popular favourites. For more information email coaching@clubfootball.com.cn or see www.clubfootball.com.cn.

The Commonwealth Society of Beijing is a voluntary, non-profit organization made up of members from the Commonwealth countries. Members meet every second Tuesday of the month. Membership fees are RMB100 per anum, a fee which creates a basis for annual Charity fund-raising functions. For more information, contact: sisneo@hotmail.com or tpbm@hotmail.com

Alcoholics Anomymous - If you want to drink that is your business. If you want to stop, that is our business. For more information check out our website: aabeijing.com or send us an email at: beijingfellows@yahoo.com

Beijing Linux User Group
For Linux Newbies and Linux Experts, all are welcome! Send an email to info@beijinglug.org or visit our website at http://www.beijinglug.org for more information about our monthly meetings.

River of Grace Church
"The River" is an English language international church for foreign passport holders. Sunday worship services begin 10:00 a.m., with pre-servic! e prayer starting at 9:30 a.m. We are meeting temporarily at the Yu Yang Hotel (No. 18 Xin Yuan Xili Middle Street, Chaoyang District, Phone: (86)10-64669988). Home groups meet on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday in the Chaoyang area. For the latest information, check our website at www.theriverofgrace.com

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu -- Learn to defend yourself against a bigger, stronger and heavier opponent. Club meets every week on TUE, THU, SAT from 7:45 to 9:00 pm at East Gate Plaza. Contact Andy 1380-137-8214 or email bjjbeijing@yahoo.com for more info.

Chinese Culture Club is a non-profit organization with interesting lectures, trips, hands-on activities and courses. Open to anyone. All events have English narration/translation. More info: 64329341

International Friendship Football Club in Beijing
Men, Women and Youth Football every weekend. Anyone (from beginner to high level) is welcomed to join a team or if you have team your are welcomed to join too. We play on grass fields near Wangjing. 100RMB / 50RMB students are the member fees for one year season. For more information please check out our website: www.triggerfish.de/iffc or e-mail: iffc@263.net.cn or call: 6234 7106.