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 Enjoy Great Deal Promotions at Somerset ZhongGuanCun, Beijing
Located in the heart of Beijing’s prime high technology zone, also known as China’s Silicon Valley, close to the Beijing Olympic Village, the Tsinghua, Renmin and Peking universities, Haidian Theatre and Medical Centre. The balanced and enriching lifestyle provided by the residence is ideal for executives and their families. Enjoy fully-equipped 1-bedroom suites or 2-bedroom suites with special rates starting from RMB950 per residence per night. Somerset Serviced Residence is managed by Ascott International. For details check at http://www.somerset.com/en/china/beijing/somerset_zhongguancun.html China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Grand Millennium Beijing
In the heart of the capital business district this truly luxurious hotel with exclusive business facilities, hotel wide broadband Internet, superbly appointed rooms and exceptional personal service will ensure that you have a most memorable and pleasant stay. Introductory Offer: Starting from RMB 1388+ Per room per night. Valid until July 31st, 2008. For reservations please call (8610) 8587 6888, Fortune Plaza 7 DongSanHuan Middle Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100020 P.R. China. Website: www.grandmillenniumbeijing.com
 Experience the Coolest Meetings and Conventions
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa is offering special meeting packages valid until June 30, 2008. The full day meeting package is available from RMB420+ per person while half day meeting package is on offer from RMB288+ per person which includes use of meeting room, morning and/or afternoon coffee break and a choice of plated lunch. These meeting packages are subject to terms & conditions and valid for a minimum of 50 delegates. Tel: (86 898) 8858 8888; Fax: (86 898) 8858 8588. Email: sanya@hilton.com; Website: www.hiltonworldresorts.com
 The Interlaken OCT Hotel Shenzhen - Your Perfect Choice for Family Vacation and Private Party
The Interlaken OCT Hotel Shenzhen has come out with 3 Townhouses and 9 Pool Villas, which built beside the mountain with beauty scene, offer 24-hour personalized butler services, is perfect choice for family vacation and private party. Also you can experience the Theme Park, Spa and Golf at OCT East. Preferential Flat Rate: Townhouse: RMB2768 per room (base price) (Preferential Period: April); Pool Villas: RMB2768 per room (base price) (Preferential Period: April). Rome Charge Includes: Breakfast in Interlaken Coffee House; OCT East Theme Park (Tea Stream Valley, Wetland Garden, etc.); Interlaken Mineral Spa; Tea Show (Artistic Performance). For more information or reservation, please contact us: Tel: (86 755) 8448 6013; Fax: (86 755) 8448 6018. Email: rsvn@interlakenocthotel.com
 Labour Holiday Retreat Special from RMB1980/night
Treat yourself to a well deserved Labour Holiday weekend and rejuvenate on our private sandy beach. Package includes a stay in Deluxe Mountain View Room, complimentary buffet breakfast for two, children under 6 eat for free, free existing sofa bed, free access to Kids Kempi, water slide and family swimming pool. Valid from 1 May 2008-4 May 2008 Rate is inclusive of 15% surcharge, subject to local government tax. Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya, Private marina beach, Sanya Bay, Sanya city 572000, Hainan province, China. Tel: (86 898) 3889 8888; reservations.sanya@kempinski.com; www.kempinski-sanya.com
 New World Hotel Wuhan Opened Its Door on April 15, 2008
New World Hotel Wuhan, a 5-star 27-storey hotel, features 327 guest rooms and suites in stylish décor. Hotel also features 880 square meters of multi-purpose function space, including a 440 square meters pillarless grand ballroom and 5 conference centers of varied sizes, 2 restaurants, Lobby Lounge and Piano Bar. Website: wuhan.newworldhotels.com China Toll Free: 400 8818 225 International Toll Free: +800 3060 2008; Email: enquiry@wuhan.newworldhotels.com
 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.
 Stay at Sheraton Sanya Resort and Play Golf at Qixianling Golf Course...
Experience an exciting challenge on Qixianling Golf Course, designed by master Mr. Mark Miller, and enjoys the amazing sceneries as the course winds through flourish rubber trees, beautiful lakes, streams, steep hills and cloudy mountains. The Sheraton Sanya Resort Golf Package offers our discerning Golfer superior accommodation as well as a surprise with newly built golf course on the Hainan Island. 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 RMB2350 plus 15% service charge. Please click here for more info about the package.
 Sheraton Shenzhen Futian Hotel Room Special
Indulge yourself in one of our beautiful appointed Executive Suites and enjoy the ultimate comfort of Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed and daily buffet breakfast at the Exchange all day dining restaurant. You can also enjoy late check-out at 2pm (subject to availability), complimentary pressing of two items on arrival, complimentary access to fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool, etc. Valid till May 31, special rate at RMB2500 + 15% service charger per room per night, minimum 3 nights stay. Tel: (86-755) 8383 8888; Website: www.sheraton.com/shenzhen
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 Frank's Place, 9.3 Jinagtai Xi Lu - 50mtrs south of Lido Hotel
Frank's Place, Beijing oldest sports bar, established in 1989. Frank's is decorated as an English pub, but is able to offer live sports from around the world, from F1 to Lacrosse. Happy hours daily from 15.00 to 20.00 over our full range of beers including Guinness. Our food menu is based on good old fashioned home cooking. Separate back deck can accommodate private functions. Tel: (8610) 6437 8399; www.franksplacebeijing.com
 Markus Schulz
DJ Mag's No. 13 DJ in the world Markus Schulz swaggers his way back to Beijing, showing us exactly why he should be in the Top 10. As a mix music composer, Markus schulz has also worked with many artists like Jewel, Oceanlab, Gabriel & Dresden, Karada, Telepopmusik, Fat Boy Slim, Miro, Book Of Love, Depeche Mode, Everything But The Girl, Madonna, Blue Amazon and PQM, expressing his keen music insight in his sensitive but moody mix. RMB60 in advance. 11pm-2am, April 25. Coco Banana TEL (8610) 6552 6969
 Takkyu Ishino X Mickey Zhang
Takkyu Ishino, a king of electronic music, has become a favorite star for those who are keen on the music genre. He will come to perform on the same stage with China's techno talent Mickey Zhang, who has founded China's local dance music brand Yen in 2004. Let's check how the two stars are shinning on the same DJ stage. RMB50. 10pm-5am, April 25. Club Tango TEL (8610) 6428 2288
 Acupuncture "Beijing Techno Union" Presents 2nd "Jin" Party
"Beijing Techno Union" brings you Acupuncture Records' second Jin Party. This time with Shanghai's heavyweight house champ Dave K, from Udancecn, who will show Beijing that the south can also rock a party. Sharing the stage with the infamous Dave, are Acupuncture's own Elvis.T, Huang Weiwei and X.L.F.. RMB50 including one drink, free for Beijing Techno Union members. 10pm-4am, April 25. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
 Armani Club Disco Party & Special Offer
The newly opened Armani Club is catering its distinguished guests with various attractive packages plus the classic Disco party. 500 12-year Chivas Packages are now available for RMB1000 each. Valid from April 1 to April 30. Each package means Three Chivas 12-year Whiskey for RMB1000 only. Armani Club TEL (8610) 5167 3333
For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.
 Suzie Housexy Party
Another themed party at Suzie Wong. This is going to be the night that kills you softly with sexy Suzie, featuring Funky House and Groovy House. Don't miss it if you are a fan of House Music. 9pm -3am, April 26. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
 Style Party II
April 26 will see the holding of the second Style Party. This year, the party will inherit the usual style of last year's party and work to create a platform for all style and fashion people in the capital to know about and communicate with each other. Come to enjoy the exciting DJ performances and appealing fashion shows. 9pm-3am, April 26. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
More info on above events can be found on www.98street.com |
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 Buffet Reinvented!
Buffet Lunch RMB168+ 15% per person; Buffet Dinner RMB218 + 15% per person. From now, our lunch and dinner buffet gets an up-lift and a makeover. Our reinvented dinner buffet will feature among others fresh succulent treasures from the sea. Tel: (8610) 8498 2288 ext 7160.
 Keikoku Japanese Restaurant at Hotel Kunlun
Elegant and simple sophistication define true Japanese cuisine. Coupled with incredible architecture, Keikoku Japanese restaurant features both robatayaki and teppanyaki grills, and is sure to enchant guests as they experience an authentic taste of Japan. Business Hours: Lunch: 11:30-14:00; Dinner: 17:30-21:30. For further information, please contact Hotel Kunlun's Communications Department at: (8610) 6590 3388 - 5258, or at prdept@hotelkunlun.com
 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.
 Spring at Dragon Palace
For your special treat and celebrating spring during the month of April our Chinese Executive Chef Mr. So went to the farm fields to select the best of seasonal delicacies. Come and try vitamin and mineral rich organic vegetables and carefully prepared greens from Xiao Tang Shan amongst other most delicious Chinese specialities. Open daily from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm and 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm. For reservations please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4108.
 Healthy Delicacies at Peony Garden Chinese Restaurant
Newly-created tea flavored dishes and sprout dishes are priced RMB 80 to RMB 120. Chief Chef recommended, healthy organic dishes, are priced RMB 50 to RMB 120. Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555. For more info, please click here
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 |
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 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
Morui Water World
Morui Water World is a large size indoor water recreational site in Beijing featuring recycled hot spring water. The water here contains many chemical elements including silicic acid and is very suitable for medical use, skin beauty, facial care and healthcare. Special offer: RMB110 per ticket, including water park, water therapy, spa, and a selected lunch or dinner. Work hours: 1pm-10:30pm, Monday through Friday. For reservation, please call (8610) 8188 8629
Beijing Tongming Weiye Aviation Service
As a first class air ticket agent approved by CAAC, Tongming Weiye has established sound relations with more than 90 airlines both home and abroad and this enables us to provide cheap air tickets to our clients. Act quickly now and become a signed client of us, you will be able to enjoy the lowest discount for your flight. We offer: free booking and free delivery of tickets, as well as free membership to selected airline companies. For international flight service, please dial (8610) 5165 8895 and for domestic ones please call (8610) 5129 0803
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 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.
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 Spring Spa Package from RMB 700
Feel a new you with our spring spa package from RMB 700 per person. Experience a rebirth of your body and soul at the Heavenly Spa by Westin®. To aid your transformation a 60-minute aromasoul body massage, 25-minute body scrub and 20-minute bath ritual are included in this spring spa package. Designed to reform your body and mind, the package is priced at RMB 700 including 15% service charge. Valid from 1 April to 31 May 2008. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6629 7878 or (8610) 6606 8866.
Follow Us: Live To Dance, Dance To Live
Come to learn Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Chachacha and all kinds of other Latin dances with the Champions. We have international instructors with over 10 Years experience to teach you the Latin Dance. All our courses are offered with certificates. Address: Bldg. 3, Room 701 SOHO, Dawang Lu, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8589 0254
Relax Your Mind In Four Seasons Fitness Club
Four Seasons Fitness Club is the first Japanese funded commerical fitness center in China. Located at 23, Baijiazhuang Dongli, Chaoyang District, we are neighboring to the World Trade Center and the Lufthansa Center business circles. With a business area of up to 3000 s.q.m, we also provide our customers with big parking lots. Our facilities include indoor swimming pool, gym rooms, sauna rooms, rest rooms and make-up rooms etc. Our international standard equipment and facilities ensure that you will have a brand new fitness experience and fully relax yourself after a day's tiring work. Hotline: (8610) 6506 5058
Jingzhichan 42 Degree Hot Yoga Club
With a business area of up to 1000 square meters, we are one of the largest high temperature yoga clubs for females in Beijing. Our professional high-temperature yoga equipment enables you to experience perfect yoga service. We have separate classrooms and bathing rooms for common members and VIP members which will not only offer you enjoy the pleasure of yoga, but also the hard-to-seek privacy. We also provide nutrition instruction, on-diet food package and yoga lectures as well as free drinks. Our periodic wine party is a perfect chance for elite women of the city to communicate and get relaxed. Address: Room 208, No. 13 Building, Enji Garden, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8811 7739
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Relocations |
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Beijing Xinxiu Home Moving Service
Established in 1995, we've had a group of well-trained staff who are self-disciplined enough in delivering quality service to you. Our major services include home moving, long-distance freight, professional piano moving etc. We serve you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Quotation: RMB1200 per times for Luxury Package, RMB1000 per times for Economical Package. Ordinary home moving: RMB180 for individual; RMB200 for business. Hotline: (8610) 8735 8596
Likang Haoyun Helps You Move Around Town
Likang Haoyun is a large home moving and goods transportation company that specializes in piano moving, furniture dismantling/installing, package consigning, air-conditioner moving and household services. We have many different types of vehicles to suit your demands and we have branches across the town to provide the most convenient service to you. With our skillful moving team and advanced online deployment platform, we guarantee to provide you timely, considerate and safe service 24 hours a day. Starting price: RMB160 (individual)/RMB180 (business). TEL (8610)8910 1519
AGS Four Wings
AGS Four Wings is a French based company with 115 branches throughout the world and more than 30 years of experience. We provide International, Domestic and Local move, by sea, by air and by road. We also provide personal move as well as office move. We have our own packing materials and our team is well trained. For more info about us, please contact 158 1022 3178
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| Purple Bamboo Park Apartment for Rent in Beijing
A three bedroom apartment located next to ZiZhuYuan (Purple Bamboo Park) with spectacular lake-views. The property is situated within an attractive apartment block in a high-quality residential complex with 24 hour security. Residents have access to good club facilities, including a heated indoor pool and gym. The high-spec, newly furnished apartment comprises of a spacious living room, a dining area, kitchen, study, two bedrooms (one with en suite), two bathrooms and ample storage space. A private parking space is available in the underground car park. The property is conveniently located within easy access of numerous transport links. Total Area: 227 m2. Monthly rental: RMB20,000. Please contact: Mr. Liu at chinawaren@gmail.com |
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Sales & Marketing Executive Needed
Silver Sands, a Maldivian based travel operator, is expanding its market in China and looking for a qualified Sales & Marketing Executive, full-time or part-time, based in Beijing or Shanghai. *We require someone: residing in Beijing or Shanghai | with experience in travel industry preferably in outbound tourism | who has wide connection with local tour operators including medium and small-sized operators | willing to travel | who is self-disciplined, hardworking and creative-minded | with good English skills in both writing and oral. *We Pay a fixed monthly salary, plus a generous commission. Interested candidates please send you CV to info@silversands.com.mv
Expert Website Developer/Programmer Needed In Beijing or Shanghai
Need Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP developer expert in AJAX and SOAP to help with building of sites for our clients. We are expanding and seeking a devoted expert programmer and developer who can work quickly and also understand the needs to maintain a bug-free environment. We have a monthly Chinese magazine and also a daily website devoted ot travel and tourism in China. We need to expand our Internet travel services and you will help! *Roles & Responsibilities: Provide technical expertise in the design, development and delivery of websites | Conduct comprehensive analysis and design on user requirements | Work closely with team members and end users for websites | Design websites and program documentation | Provide on-going support and maintenance of existing applications. *Requirements: Chinese national with good understanding of English | Should be based in Beijing, but Shanghai is also fine | Good background with Xoops, Wordpress, and Joomla | Good analytical skills, communication skills, self-motivated and a good team player | Able to work independently and under pressure! To apply, please send resume and salary expectations to job-programmer@chinahospitalitynews.com
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. |
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Beijing Zhong Mao Sheng Accounting Firm
Set up in 1998, Beijing Zhong Mao Sheng Accounting Firm is a professional accounting service provider approved by Beijing Municipal Bureau of Finance. We have a number of senior accountants who are experienced in dealing with various accounting and financial matters. Besides, we've set up client archive rooms to make sure that our clients' data are kept safely and in confidential. We can do the complicated accounting and taxation for you, so that you can concentrate on developing your business. Address: 4-1-102, Haoyueyuan, Binghai Xiqu, Mentougou District TEL (8610) 6986 4348
Xinnong Nanny Center
Beijing Xinnong Nanny Center is a professional household service company set up by a group of responsible and caring women. Our featured service is the mother-baby care that is specially designed to serve lying-in women and their new born baby. RMB2800 per month for nanny/kids teacher. RMB4580 for 24-hour service senior nanny. Address: Room 312, No. 7 Building Zijin Zhuangyuan, 68 Wanquanhe Road, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8265 8232
Unitrans
Unitrans is one of the world's most renowned language service providers devoted to serving global clients' demand in interpretation and simultaneous translation. We've set up many branches across the world and our service has been well recognized by UNDP, China's Ministry of Information Industry, Ministry of Finance as well as the World 500 Fortune companies. Starting price: RMB110-130 for English-Chinese translation, RMB130-150 for Chinese-English translation. Address: Room 0321, No. 2 Building Zijin Shuma Yuan, Zhichun Road, Haidian District. For details please contact (8610) 5128 9586 |
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Auto China 2008
April 20-28, China International Exhibition Center New Hall TEL (8610) 8460 0000
China Digital Control Machine Tool Exhibition
April 21-25, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0000
The 4th National (Beijing) Bakery Exhibition
April 23-25, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204
China Beijing Tea Industry Exposition 2008
April 23-25, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204
China International Gallery Exposition 2008
April 24-28, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6505 2288 ext. 86780
The 9th International Highway And Water Transport Technology & Equipment Exhibition 2008
April 24-26, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6835 4457
International New Energy Technology & Equipment Exhibition
April 26-29, Beijing International Conference Center TEL (8610) 8497 2322
Delirious Beijing
Delirious Beijing displays works by artists from a range of generations, geographies, and positions, united by a shared sense of the urgency of this current situation. This is the first exhibition highlighting Chiense contemporary art since the opening of PKM Gallery Beijing in 2006.
April 19-May 17, PKM Gallery TEL (8610) 8456 7429
Pay Honor To The Past And Future
Hei Feng's art works are on the show. Organized by Today International Gallery.
April 24-May 6, Today Art Gallery TEL (8610) 5876 9392
Beijing Lighting 2: Live
Artists Chen Xi, Du Weifeng, Li Yan, Liang Hongli, Liu Qiang and many others bring their works to show in Beijing's Tongzhou District. Opening live music performance: Zhang Yufei + Finnie
April 19-June 30, daily 2-5pm, Lighting Factory (inside Beijing Tool Factory, No. 23 Yile Zhonglu Street Tongzhou District) TEL (86) 137 0108 3673
The Dream Interrupted
With artists: Yang Xun and Dong Wensheng.
April 19-June 1, F. Fine Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9257
Rainbow Valley-Li Yin's Solo Exhibition
April 19-May 16, Gallery Beijing Space TEL (8610) 8459 9304
Harmonious But Different-Li Qiming And Xue Zeshuang Dual Exhibition
April 12-May 10 (close on Mondays), Beijing No. 1 Artbase Arts Mansion TEL (8610) 6434 8929
Constancy. Inconstancy-Zhou Jinhua's Solo Exhibition
April 20-May 23, Shi Tang Alternative Space TEL (8610) 8459 9304
Quadruplicity Intervein
See the four major elements of the contemporary society through four art cases. Hosted by Hun Gallery.
April 12-24, Beijing Huantie Art City TEL (8610) 5205 3077
"Fine Wine" Artwork Collective Exhibition
April 5-28 (close on Mondays), Millennium Hilarity Art Museum TEL (8610) 6436 6710
Peculiar Freedom-Li Shisong's Solo Exhibition
April 1-30. Fafa Gallery TEL (8610) 8430 2587
Boxed-Du Yingnan Solo Exhibition
April 6-30, Felix Ringel Beijing TEL (8610) 8096 9200
Xu Shun Solo Exhibition
March 23-May 4 (11am-6pm, Tuesday through Sunday), Blank Space TEL (8610) 8456 2054
From Buttoning Formula Art To Visualizationism-Liu Xiangdong Solo Exhibition
March 22-April 22, Beijing Deshan Art Space TEL (8610) 6433 2622
Identities
March 15-May 3, Rain Gallery TEL (8610) 6432 3274
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 World Art Museum TEL (8610) 5980 2222 |
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JYang Kun Beijing Concert 2008
Yang Kun is acclaimed as a sad song pop singer and songwriter in China. His unique, slightly hoarse voice and his talent made him a shining new star in 2002, up to now, about 400,000 copies of his disc have been sold in what many believed was a slow musical market. Tickets selling for RMB100-1680.
7:30pm, April 22. Beijing Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Allen's Dance Party
Tickets selling for RMB180-1680.
7:30pm, April 25. Beijing Exhibition Theater TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Jennifer Beijing Live Concert
Jennifer will hold a live concert at Beijing's Star Live concert hall. Tickets selling for RMB50-120.
8pm, April 26. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677
He Jie Pure Show Time 2008
He Jie, the fourth place finisher of 2005's Super Girl, will show her music talent in Beijing. Tickets selling for RMB180-1680.
7:30pm, April 26. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Tan Weiwei Beijing Concert
Tan Weiwei, the runner-up in the 2006 Super Girl singing competition, will hold her first concert in Beijing at the Exhibition Center on April 27. Tickets selling for RMB180-1680.
7:30pm, April 27. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Drama: Invisible City
Tickets selling for RMB50/120.
7:30pm, April 25-28. Orient Pioneer Theatre TEL (8610) 6559 7394
Drama: The Blind
Tickets selling for RMB40-180.
7:30pm, April 22-May 25. People's Art Theatre TEL (8610) 6524 6789
Ballet: Red Giselle
By Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg. Tickets selling for RMB100-1000.
7:30pm, April 27-28. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Fu Cong Piano Solo Concert
Chinese pianist Fu Cong will hold his solo on April 26-27. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, April 26-27. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000
CNSO Concert 2008
The China National Symphony Orchestra, is one of the most outstanding professional symphony orchestras in China. Throughout its history, the CNSO has collaborated with many world famous artists in order to bring excellence to its audiences. Tickets selling for RMB80-580.
7:30pm, April 21. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000
Puppet Show: The Inspector General
Tickets selling for RMB30-150.
7:30pm, April 22-24. Ethnic Culture Palace Theatre TEL (8610) 6605 2404
Opera: Farewell My Concubine
A newly adapted Western style production of the classic Chinese opera, "Farewell My Concubine." is staged in Beijing. Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, April 25-27. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6501 7325
Drama: Quan Jia Fu
Created by Lao She, a famous Chinese writer, the drama tells the story of a policeman helping a family find their members despite the hardship. Tickets selling for RMB40-500.
7:30pm, April 25-May 11. Capital Theatre TEL (8610) 6524 6789
2008 Beijing International Female Musician Conference
Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, April 21. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Swan Lake-Concert On Tchaikovsky's Works
Tickets selling for RMB50-580
7:30pm, April 25. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Movie: Little Moth (Xue Chan)
A gripping, post-Dickensian and ultra-realist glimpse into how a society based on greed sometimes treast its children.
8pm, April 27. Yugong Yishan. For details please visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn or www.yugongyishan.com
Film: The Children of Huang Shi
With the Japanese invasion of China as its backdrop, this new film is being shown in cinemas across town.
Wanda International Cinema (8610) 5960 3399
Capital Cinema (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema (8610) 6404 2159 |
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Monday, April 21, 2008
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CNSO Concert 2008
7:30pm. China National Grand Theatre TEL (8610) 6655 0000
2008 Beijing International Female Musician Conference
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
Open Mic
Open Mic is not a band, but a chance for bands or artists who have never performed at 13 Club, so always expect some new faces each week. Free entry.
9pm. 13 Club TEL (8610) 8262 8077
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, April 22, 2008
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Yang Kun Beijing Concert 2008
7:30pm. Beijing Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
VIP Night
Kandi Klub invites you to our popular VIP Night. 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
Lady's Night @ Angel
A super high themed party where you can make every decision on your own. Free admission. 8:30pm till late.
Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
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R&B Concert
Tickets selling for RMB30/40.
8pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Mini Skirt Party
Every Wednesday night belongs to all women! Everyone is welcome to join us to become the most shining dancing queen of the night. Dress code: mini skirt highly recommended.
The Bank Lounge & Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998
Old School Music
Angel's themed party on Wednesday, come to experience a different party night.
8pm. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888
Venus's Night
Check out the best dancing music and the specials. Free drink on ALL the cocktails for ladies before midnight. Free Entrance.
9pm until late. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Thursday, April 24, 2008
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Inmusic-Chinese Grunge Reival Party
Tickets selling for RMB30/40.
8pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Boogie Woogies Night
DJ Woogie "Bobby" and DJ Boogie "Man" will bring you back to your good old Disco days and more. A complimentary classic shooter for those come with retro outfit or our desired dress.
Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Queeressence
Propaganda presents Queeressence, the most alternative underground gathering of aural pleasure. 9pm-3am. White Rabbit TEL (86) 133 2112 3678
Friday, April 25, 2008
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Markus Schulz
11pm-2am. Coco Banana TEL (8610) 6552 6969
Band: Wang Fu Beijing Live Session
Tickets selling for RMB80/100/160.
7:30pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Takkyu Ishino X Mickey Zhang
10pm-5am. Club Tango TEL (8610) 6428 2288
Acupuncture "Beijing Techno Union" Presents 2nd "Jin" Party
10pm-4am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585
Swan Lake-Concert On Tchaikovsky's Works
7:30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
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 surprises 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, April 26, 2008
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Suzie Housexy Party
9pm-3am. Club Suzie Wong TEL (8610) 6500 3377
Jennifer Beijing Live Concert
8pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677
He Jie Pure Show Time 2008
7:30pm. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Style Party II
9pm-3am. Vics TEL (8610) 5293 0333
Alfa's Athems Party
All the best songs to dance. Pure dance music on every Saturday night. Free Entrance.
10pm onwards. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086
Sunday, April 27, 2008
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Movie: Little Moth (Xue Chan)
8pm. Yugong Yishan. For details please visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn or www.yugongyishan.com
For The Love Of Guitar
Tickets selling for RMB30/40.
8pm. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677
Tan Weiwei Beijing Concert
7:30pm. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455
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. |
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Midi Festival 2008
More than 100 Chinese bands and more than 30 foreign bands will rock this years Midi which features 4 days of rock, punk and metal. This year, the location of the stages is going to be a little different from the 2007 festival. However in addition to the outdoor stages, also the exhibition hall next to the east gate is going to be used. Ticket: RMB50 for one day, RMB150 for all 4 days. 2pm-8am, May 1-4. Haidian Park TEL (8610) 6285 0559
One World One Dream - Jay Chou Beijing Concert
Taiwanese pop singer Jay Chow would hold a concert in the Beijing Worker's Stadium on May 1, the International Labor's Day. Known as the King of Chinese music, Chow is known for combining both Chinese and Western musical styles to produce a fresh sound that is quite unlike what is produced in mainstream Taiwanese pop, and also for his unique lyrics which touch on various issues. Tickets selling for RMB180-1280. 7:30pm, May 1. Beijing Worker's Stadium TEL (8610) 6501 6655
Exhibition On The 50th Anniversary Of The Establishment Of People's Hero Monument
This exhibition will unveil some of the rarely known story behind the designing of the People's Hero Monument which was founded 50 years ago. Free to all. April 30-May 19, Beijing Fine Art Academy TEL (8610) 6507 1993
Declan Galbraith Beijing Concert
Declan Galbraith is an English singer of Scottish and Irish origin. He has been hailed as a 'once in a lifetime' talent and a rising star. The control and range of his voice, as well as his ability tointerpret and adapt material of differing genres, are the cornerstones of his unique talent. He will hold his Beijing concert on May 24. Tickets selling for RMB180-1280. 7:30pm, May 24. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455 |
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 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!
 The
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.
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