Fw: that's 7 Days in Beijing: Friday, April 11 to Thursday, April 17

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发件人： that's 7 Days in Beijing

发送时间： 2008-04-10 22:32:59

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主题： that's 7 Days in Beijing: Friday, April 11 to Thursday, April 17

 

Thursday, April 10, 2008

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Today's Alarming Statistic 341,000 Number of Beijingers with an annual income of over 120,000 yuan People's Daily SIDEBAR FEATURES » Trivia » that's Bar of the Week » that's Restaurant of the Week » Best of the tbjblog » that's Classifieds of the Week » Quotes from the Beijinger Forum » Work for that's » Things You Should Know » Links of the Week » Shots from Beijing Boyce » Listen to 7 Days on the Radio » The Indispensable Insider's Guide » Urbanatomy Trivia -Back to top- Congrats to Salome Verhoestraete who answered correctly the question: What reason did Celine Dion give for “postponing” her Beijing show? The correct answer was D: No indoor venue was available. Salome won a copy of the 2008 Edition of Insider's Guide to Beijing. This Week's Trivia Challenge Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is in town this week wowing local media with his Chinese language skills. What is his Chinese name? Ke Luwen Lu Kewen Kewen Lude Kaiwen Rida Wen Luke Send the correct answer to 7d...@thebeijinger.com for a chance to win two tickets to this weekend's Italian Jazz Festival. that's Bar of the Week -Back to top- The morning after, it was a hazy memory, somewhere between my dreams and my imagination. There I was, enjoying a RMB 20 Tsingtao in an elevated seating area, with my pal stoically bobbing at the edge of the table, rising and sinking like the rodent from a stoned Whac-A-Mole carnival game. I needed a sober fact-checking visit before I could confirm that Hong is definitely the only bar on Nanluogu Xiang that features hydraulic lifts to propel patrons and waitstaff to meter-high booths. After extensive experimentation, I assure you that the lifts are sturdy things, managing the drunkest of drunken horseplay without a complaining creak. Hong breaks the rustic backpacker cafe mold of most of the nightspots in Beijing’s hippest hutong. The threshold looks like Star Trek meets Ol d Beijing. It leads into a sleek lounge with canvas-colored sofas and dark wood tables. Metal carvings of alley life are set into the walls in stark red and black. Hong’s management boasts that it offers the best wine selection in the hutong. Merlots, Cabernet Sauvignons, and other domestic and international wines go for RMB 220-260 a bottle. Late night, Hong’s classy interior echoes with the rattle of dice. Hong Daily 4pm-late. 74 Nanluogu Xiang, Dongcheng District (6407 2116). 红, 东城区南锣鼓巷74号 Search for more Beijing bars by name in our online directory of venues that's Restaurant of the Week -Back to top- In this era of casual dining, light meals and delicate wines, Barolo is onto a winner by bringing Italian cuisine back to basics with tasty risotto and pasta mains. Despite its intimidating five-star hotel location, the whole place – decked with beige leather couches, creamy sheer curtains, and burgundy booths – doesn’t overreach any expectations or look too ostentatious. Homey sounds emanate from the kitchen and a casual ambiance permeates the dining area. The business set meal (RMB 228 for two courses, and RMB 288 for three) includes traditional Italian offerings such as arugula salad with Bresala ham and fresh shaved parmesan in lemon and grape seed oil, and a beautiful block of tuna steak resting in a white bean and truffle puree. The quality continues into the dessert menu, especially the Gianduja chocolate chestnut square, made with extra-virgin olive oil, honey, and blackberry confit (RMB 70). If you have the money to spend, then tr y their six-course dinner tasting menu (RMB 750). All prices are subject to a 15 percent service charge. Barolo Daily 11.30am-2.30pm, 6-10pm. 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, China Central Place, 83A Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang District (5908 8888) 巴罗洛, 朝阳区建国路甲83 Search for more Beijing restaurants by name in our online directory of venues Best of the tbjblog-Back to top- The historic hutong alley of Nanluogu Xiang – home to a host of funky boutiques, cozy cafes, and hipster bars – was to host its third street fair this weekend, but due to the sudden withdrawal of official permission, the event has now been postponed till "after the Olympics." The Beijing police pulled off a strike on certain shady Sanlitun venues, ostensibly for drug-related offenses. The targets were the four Pure Girls, Phoenix Cafe, and Sunset Grill. that's Classifieds of the Week -Back to top- Imperial Tours - China Host/Tour Leader Editor position If you're seeking Hello Kitty... Find who and what you're looking for in our free classifieds at www.thebeijinger.com Quotes from the Beijinger online forum-Back to top- “Beijing has stopped issuing multiple-entry visas, risking major inconvenience to foreigners who travel to the mainland regularly, especially on business. Hong Kong travel agents say the ban will stay in place until after the Olympic Games.” “Yes, I finally gave blood. After 1.5+yrs in china, I finally gave blood. I've been wanting to for a long time now. I feel good.” “I contacted PSB and local police station just now, and I was told after your trip, when you come back China, you should go to the local police station.” Work for that's -Back to top- Freelance Copy Editor True Run Media is looking for experienced freelance copy editors to help with our growing range of publications. Qualified candidates should be familiar with our publications (that's Beijing, tbjkids, Urbane) have a solid grounding in copy editing magazine articles, a keen eye for mistakes, and a working knowledge of AP Style. Send your CV to Tom Spearman at tomsp...@truerun.com. Calling All Writers! Now's your chance to showcase your talent and get your book published!  Immersion Guides is now soliciting book manuscripts from Beijing and China-based writers.  We are considering all types of manuscripts including guidebooks, novels, children’s books, etc.  If it's good, we want it. For manuscript submission guidelines, please visit this site. Explore Houhai and Nanluogu Xiang for Immersion Guides Immersion Guides seeks researcher-writers to delve into two of the city’s most exciting neighborhoods for a short-term project (three-week commitment) in early Spring. Researcher-writers must be dedicated, thorough and resourceful, with a keen eye for detail. Native English-speaking ability and previous writing experience are required, while proficient Mandarin language skills are preferred but not essential. If interested, please send a resume and writing sample to shelle...@immersionguides.com Got attitude? that's Beijing is looking for bitchy, sassy, humorous and, at the very least, literate columnists to provide an alternative view of life and love in modern Beijing. Send a 400-word sample to edi...@truerun.com. For more opportunities to join the that's team, visit our new recruitment page. Things You Should Know -Back to top- Beijing's new Exhibition/Conference Center out at Shunyi looks much better in the idealized architectural mock up than it does in real life. The opening of the building also seems to have caused traffic to back up on the road connecting Shunyi to the city. The former Mayor of Haidian (he also spent time as the man in charge of overseeing outdoor billboards in Chaoyang District) Zhou Liangluo, received a death sentence after being found guilty of corruption earlier this month. Cute pandas are on their way to the capital for the Olympics - see the video here. China Daily assures us that “Beijing will seal up in designated places all the highly pathogenic bacteria from citywide labs before June 15 to avoid infection and other bio safety incidents during the Games," which leads us to wonder where they’re being kept now? A posse of heiche and taxi drivers, upset at the fact that the Beijing government was supplying university students out at Langfang with subsidized transport (and according to them unfairly doing them out of a living), blocked the passage of bus 938 zhi 5. Word is that the new Qianmen will be unveiled before May 1 – though we remain skeptical. Finally, in the climate of accusations about “Western media bias” and questionable editing of photos and video clips, it might be worth taking a look at what exactly Kevin Rudd actually said during his speech (all in Chinese) at Beida yesterday. Aside from a humorous intro, it seems that Chinese and international coverage of the content of the speech varied. Links of the Week -Back to top- This week we recommend a couple of good new blogs, Law Professor (you'll need a proxy) and Pomfret’s China – A Foreign Devil's Take on the Middle Kingdom. The latest issue of Good Magazine is dedicated to the theme "Don't Be Scared of China." China Beat comments that although their approach is "well-intentioned, it continues a particularly egocentric understanding of China as a recipient of American (increasingly presented as global) culture rather than a generator of trends of its own." Finally, we'd thought we'd already linked to this site before and then we realized it's not actually local noodles but laonei! For dozens of other links to all things Beijing, see our thebeijinger.com links page Shots from Beijing Boyce -Back to top- Cafe St. Laurent is overhauling its kitchen and menu, though the popular eggs Benedict will remain, with a few new twists. Sequoia Cafe (Sanlitun) will hold a Belgian beer and chocolate tasting on Friday (RMB 100 / for more info, contact Frank at 137 0117 8073). The Boat, floating on the Liangma River, officially opens this Friday, with reggae, rock, and more on the “upper deck,” and eight DJs below. For more, visit Beijing Boyce's blog at www.beijingboyce.com or get the latest Beijing Boyce newsletter hot off the press by e-mailing beijin...@yahoo.com with "Eat, Drink and Be Merry" in the subject line. Listen to 7 Days on the Radio -Back to top- Listen to CRI’s China Drive program from 5-7pm every Friday to hear the pick of the events taking place over the next 7 days. If you want to catch the 7 Days entertainment report as it first goes to air, tune in to CRI at 91.5 FM between 5-7pm on Friday night or click on this link to hear an online broadcast. (May require Windows Media Player). The Indispensable Immersion Guides -Back to top- The Immersion Guides Mandarin Phrasebook Immersion Guides super-helpful Mandarin Phrasebook is a companion volume to the popular Insider's Guide to Beijing, and is packed with essential phrases, vocabulary and Beijing slang. This indispensable book gives you the confidence to communicate effectively in a wide range of situations, from ordering a meal and bargaining in the markets, to renting an apartment and interviewing an ayi. For more information about how to get your hands on a copy, visit this site. The Insider's Guide to Beijing Excursion Guide Over 70 day & weekend trips Camp, hike, cycle, climb, shoot, sail, swim, ski, spelunk, drink or gawk - no matter how you choose to explore the greater Beijing area, your journey begins with the Excursion Guide. The Insider's Guide to Beijing 2008 Updated, sassy, and informative: The 2008 edition of the Insider's Guide to Beijing is better than ever and is out now. The new guidebook includes everything you need to know about living in Beijing, from learning which songs will melt hearts in a Beijing karaoke bar, how to take your landlord to court, and why Beijing has four bars named "Pure Girl.”    The new edition also comes with a pull-out bilingual map of Beijing and its Olympic venues, so you'll know exactly how agonizingly close the Bird's Nest is when you're stuck in one of Beijing's traffic jams.    See this site for details of which stores stock The Immersion Guides Mandarin Phrasebook, The Excursion Guide and The Insider's Guide to Beijing 2008. Call our Distribution Manager Zoe Wang at 5820 7101 or e-mail for more details. Urbanatomy  -Back to top- Urbanatomy Shanghai 2008 Shanghai is opened up as never before in this lavishly illustrated 600-page book. Combining the advantages of a practical guidebook with that of a trusted reference work, Urbanatomy Shanghai 2008 presents a comprehensive portrait of Shanghai by experts from the city and abroad, and from over 25 of Shanghai’s most respected locally based photographers and illustrators. For more information call Urbanatomy Marketing at 021 5238 5403 or e-mail mark...@urbanatomy.com.

Quick Jump: FRI || SAT || SUN || MON || TUE || WED || THU Friday, April 11 to Thursday, April 17 Another cosmopolitan mix of events to choose from this week with Friday night offering an eclectic selection that includes Japanese dubstep, Spanish flamenco, Canadian electro-glam, Italian Jazz and the opening party for Beijing's first floating bar.        Looking further ahead, this week also offers up a couple of great Good Luck Beijing sporting events, some Chinese folk and our own Beijing and Beyond Quiz. It's also a good week for English-language stage productions with Beijing Playhouse's The Odd Couple and Cheeky Monkey Theatre Lethal English both being performed this week . Friday, April 11 -Back to Top- » French Film Panorama Featuring more than ten feature films – including Asterix aux Jeux Olympiques, Ensemble Cest Tout, Le Fils de L’Épicier, La Jeune Fille et Les Loups and On Dirait Que – plus 12 short subject films including works by directors Cyril Paris, Bruno Danan, Yohann Gloaguen, Alice Winocour, Élisabeth Marre and Olivier Pont. For the film schedule and more details, visit here or here. Until Apr 21. Showings daily at Star City Cinema (8518 5804) and Xindong'an Cinema (6528 1838) » Dandi Wind Not to be confused with another Canadian passing through town – this spandex-rocking, party-destroying Vancouver duo certainly isn’t mainstream, but has gotten its share of press, including a front page in the Austin Chronicle (and damage fines) for the pandemonium of their 2006 SXSW performance. High-energy synth-rock brought to you by the folks at Split Works. Equally energetic (well, possibly not) Casino Demon open. RMB 50. 8pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) » Dance: “Sevilla” Flamenco As a part of the Year of Spain in China, Maria Pages and her “endless arms” will be soaring across the stage. Pay close attention to her spiritually charged moves and the snapping arch of her body as she creates astonishing actions. Repeat performance on Apr 12. RMB 180-580. 7.30pm. NCPA (6655 0000) » Italian Jazz Weekend The second performance of the Italian Jazz Weekend, features the gypsy swing of Manomanouche and the Turin-based “Trump’n’drum’n’bass” trio. RMB 30-680. 7.30pm. Forbidden City Concert Hall (6559 8285) The Boat Opening After a soft opening period, DJ Wordy, Mickey Zhang, Elvis T, DJ @llen, and Jaume Prats from S.O.S. come together to officially open “the only dance club and live venue on a boat in Beijing!” Free. 8pm. The Boat     » Goth-Trad The ongoing battle between BaiCai and Syndicate continues with this dubstep round featuring Goth-Trad from Japan. DJs from Upstepper, Syndicate, and Bai Cai support. First 100 guests receive Mael’s dubstep compilation free. More info available here. RMB 60. 10pm. White Rabbit (133 2112 3678) » Jin II Udance’s house heavyweight Dave K rocks the party Shanghai-style, with support by all the Acupuncture boys who aren’t at Club Camp. Party preceded by the hour-long Electronic Primer Session III, a schooling in the essence of techno. Free entrance with Beijing Techno Union membership card. RMB 50. 9pm. iSpace @ Block 8. (6508 8585) You can also explore Beijing by bike with Cycle China, indulge at The Regent’s Sicilian Food Festival, catch some quality jazz as the New Photon Trio play at the OT Lounge and get great seats for a Good Luck Beijing Shooting event. Also keep an eye out for Greek artist Sophia Vari’s scultpture exhibition, a group exhibition called Let’s Consume! at the Xin Dong Cheng Space for Contemporary Art and another group exhibition called Private View at OffiCina. Free Tickets to James Blunt The Beijinger is giving readers the chance to win two VIP tickets to see Mr Blunt perform on April 18 – all we require is that you engage in a bit of public humiliation. In order to enter our contest, you need to record your best impersonation of the chorus to You're Beautiful. Please note, the recording must be submitted in MP3 format, cannot exceed 30 seconds and should be emailed to bl...@thebeijinger.com no later than April 14. At that point, we'll compile all submitted recordings into one blog post and allow our readers to comment on their favorite James Blunt wannabe. The person with the most votes (or comments) will then be awarded two VIP tickets to James Blunt's sold-out Beijing show. Saturday, April 12 -Back to Top- » The Verse Longstanding Beijing big-band funk collective. RMB 40. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) » Huang Weiwei’s Birthday S.O.S. DJs Shifter9, J.SWARZ and their VJ Lady Marula place, with Terry Tu on back-up duty. Early birds get cake and champagne. Free entrance with Beijing Techno Union membership card. RMB 50. 11pm. Club Camp (6552 4945) » Italian Jazz Weekend The final performance of the Italian Jazz Weekend. Valentini’s Slanting Quintet includes sax, viola, banjo, trombone and piano, while Gruppo Q mixes electronica, rock and jazz. RMB 40-150. 7pm. Peking University Hall (6275 2278) » 2008 Australian International Youth Music Festival Coinciding with Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's trip to Beijing. The details of which groups will be performing at the festival are still unclear. Contact the box office for more details. Until Apr 15. Free. 8pm. Central Conservatory of Music (6642 5746) » Dragon Phoenix Wine Appreciation Course Learn wine fundamentals from its production through tasting techniques to classic wines of the world as participants taste more than 20 wines during a three-day workshop. This course is suitable for beginners and those with some wine knowledge. You’ll also learn about wine and food pairing, receive a set of ISO glasses, a glass-carrying bag, and a certificate of completion. RMB 1,900 includes all materials. Contact Fongyee Walker at fon...@longfengwines.com or call 135 2214 7340. See this site for more information. Dragon Phoenix Tasting Room at Soho New Town. Other options inlcude catching Joyside, Casino Demon and the Gar at D-22, some reggae at Obiwan and the Beijing Rugby Cup The MasterCard ClubFootball Weekend League also kicks off this weekend. Sunday, April 13 -Back to Top- » Cherry Lane Movies: Dangerous Games (Bangzi Lao Huji) Inspired by the Chinese drinking game (think bottle of baijiu over hot pot meets Rock, Paper, Scissors), Wang Guangli's latest fast-paced film involves an interconnected circle of kidnappers, blackmailers, and gold-diggers who play an increasingly high stakes game of hunter and hunted. Starring Eric Tsang, Gigi Leung and Xia Yu. Discussion and Q&A with director Wang Guangli and producer Cory Vietor will follow the screening. RMB 40 (students RMB 20). 7.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) » Drama: Lethal English Cheeky Monkey Theatre stages a hilarious, action-packed murder mystery where an English teacher gets a bit nosy and finds herself in the thick of espionage and police corruption. Elyse Ribbons and company put on a trailblazing, multimedia theatrical act. Repeat performances on April  6, 12 and 13. Visit www.cheekymonkeytheatre.com or e-mail for more information. RMB 30-50 for Chinese show. RMB 80-100 for English show. 7pm (Chinese language), 8.30pm (English). MAO Livehouse (1080 3034) » Hanggai Catch this great Mongolian folk band at their first D-22 appearance before they head off on a tour of Europe. Clips of them performing are available on their website. Free. 10pm. D-22 (6265 3177) » Hash House Harriers Run, then drink like a sailor at port. Meeting times and places vary, so check www.hash.cn for details. » Group Exhibition: Stray Alchemists Curated by Kate Fowle of the California College of the Arts, the show introduces the works of various emerging international artists including Matt Bryans, Amy Granat, Lim Tzay Chuen, Takeshi Murata, Robin Rhode and Sterling Ruby. RMB 10-30. Until Jul 30. Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (6438 6576 Another couple of art exhibitions worth taking a look at this weekend are the Highlights of the Chinese Art Prize at Art Scene Beijing and Chen Yu, Yu Chen and Chen Li’s group exhibition at the Today Art Museum. The French Embassy’s Poetry Spring at the Chaoyang Cultural Center should also be an interesting mix of French and Chinese literary cultures. The Beijing Taxi Guide Just released: The Beijing Taxi Guide features addresses, descriptions and phone numbers of over 400 of Beijing’s best hotels, eateries, nightclubs, shops, sightseeing spots, hospitals and more – in an attractive, durable booklet that fits in your pocket. See the sidebar for details on how to get your hands on a copy. Monday, April 14 -Back to Top- » Drama: The Odd Couple This 1965 Tony Award-winning Neil Simon Broadway comedy is being presented by Beijing Playhouse. Performed in English with Chinese subtitles. See this Stage Feature in the April issue of that's Beijing. For ticket information, e-mail or call 1890 8922. RMB 250. 7.30pm, 2pm (Sunday matinees). Block 8 (Apr 4-5, 14 and 18-19); Chaoyang Cultural Center (Apr 10-13) and ISB Shunyi (Apr 25-27) Update: Some of the performances that were originally scheduled to be staged at the Chaoyang Cultural Center have been moved to Block 8 – see dates above. » Group Exhibition: Alliance Includes works of 26 artists from ten countries including the US, UK, Japan and France. Highlights are the “breezy paintings” of Sophie Von Hellermann, prodigious blobs of paint by Lynda Benglis, art from musician Howie B and the infused paintings of Miltos Manetas. Until May 4. doArt China (8457 4550) » Napoleon Bonaparte-related art from the Louvre arrives in Beijing as part of the French Croisement Festival. This exhibition charts the rise and fall of this historical icon from the Consulate (1799-1804) to the First French Empire (1804-1814). Until Jul 3. RMB 40. Daily 8.30am-4.30pm. Palace Museum (6513 2255, 8511 7099) » A Taste of New Orleans Celebrity chef Nora L. Dejoie from New Orleans cooks up American southern comfort foods at the InterContinental’s Monsoon. Come for some authentic Creole and Cajun cuisine. Available for lunch Mon to Sat (11.30am-2pm) for RMB 238, dinner (5.30-10pm) for RMB 258, and Sunday brunch (11.30am-3pm) for RMB 268 for buffet only; RMB 398 will include free flow champagne. All prices are subject to 15% service charge. Until Apr 30. Monsoon, The InterContinental Hotel (5852 5888) » 2008 Carrefour Beijing Wine Fair Wines are 20% off at the Shuangjing store tonight, with a live band and wine tasting to open the event. Other promotions throughout the month. Until Sunday, Apr 27. E-mail to request an invite. 6pm-midnight. Carrefour Shuangjing Branch (5190 9589) Tuesday, April 15 -Back to Top- » Book Talk: Glamour Girls – Expat Women in the 1930s Anne Warr, a Shanghai-based writer and architect, discusses the boatloads of American women who arrived after the stock market crash of 1929. These women, many of whom arrived single, lived inspiring and occasionally shocking lives in 1930s Shanghai. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507) » Dance: Hip-Hop Recital “Turning the rules on their heads,” Compagnie Kafig’s choreographer Mourad Merzouki began his career studying martial arts and professional circus entertainment – and later used that knowledge to revise and revamp modern dance. The performance, a joint creative project entitled Recital, combines hip-hop, a talk box, violin reverb and contemporary moves from Kafig, Beijing Modern Dance Company and Sichuan Modern Dance. You can read more about the performance here. RMB 100-380. 7.30pm. Haidian Theatre (6255 8026)   » World of Chinese Tea Tasting This course teaches you how to taste, brew and select teas, introducing six different types of tea from around China. RMB 150. 10am-noon. The Hutong (8915 3613, in...@the-hutong.com) » Golden Compass An adaptation of the first book in Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy. Many critics have argued that the film version strips the story of any of the anti-religious tone that was apparent in Pullman's series of novels. Read what others thought about the film here and take a look at the trailer here. For detailed information about screening times and the latest China-related film news, keep an eye out for the regular Tuesday Film Roundup over at the tbjblog. » In Love we Trust (Zuoyou) A melodrama that follows the difficult decision faced by a divorced couple trying to save their sick daughter's life. The film also took the Silver Bear for best screenplay at the recent Berlin Film Festival. For detailed information about screening times and the latest China-related film news, keep an eye out for the regular Tuesday Film Roundup over at the tbjblog. » The Children of Huang Shi (Huang Shi de Haizi) Based on the true story of British journalist George Hogg, who saved the lives of over 60 Chinese orphans during the 1937 Japanese occupation of China, this film has been described as China’s Schindler’s List. Chow Yun-fat plays a Chinese partisan fighter who teaches Hogg lessons of trust during their near-1,000 mile hike through the Liu Pan Shan mountains. For detailed information about screening times and the latest China-related film news, keep an eye out for the regular Tuesday Film Roundup over at the tbjblog. Also, drink beer to your heart's content at Okhotsk Beer's BOKB Lucky Week. Wednesday, April 16 -Back to Top- » Shake Hands with Danger and Chukou A Pairing up the rollicking storytelling of the Danger with the electro hardcore of Chukou. RMB 30. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) » Lecture: China Rivers Project     Kristen McDonald, Director of China Rivers Project, will spend the first two weeks of April with her Chinese and American team, exploring river canyons endangered by dam construction. On her return, McDonald will present the goals of China Rivers Project, which seeks to help protect China’s waterways by promoting river recreation. Click here for more details. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm (6586 9507) » The Hunters and the Hunted A networking event for jobseekers, employers, and those just looking to drink and mingle. Visit here to register. RMB 75 (advance; RMB 100/two people), RMB 100 (door). Cost includes a drink, snack and a lucky draw. 7-10pm. Loong Bar (5908 8906) » Synchronized Swimming Olympic Qualifiers 2008 Trust the Canadians to come up with synchronized swimming. It was an exhibition sport for five Olympics (1948-1968) before it became a recognized event at the Los Angeles Games in 1984. See the official site for latest details. Until Apr 20. RMB 50-150. Daily 3-6pm (full schedule available here). National Aquatics Center » China Club Volleyball Tournament Expect spikes, sets and smashes all the way at this Good Luck Beijing event. See here for latest details. Until April 21. RMB 10-70. Daily 2-5.30pm (full schedule available here). Beijing Institute of Technology Gymnasium; Capital Indoor Stadium You can also Join China Culture Club as they discuss Chen Guidi and Wu Chuntao’s 2006 work, Will the Boat Sink the Water? Take part in a Digital Photography Course at The Hutong or lounge back with cigarette in hand at La Baie des Anges’ French Music Night. Thursday, April 17 -Back to Top- » Immersion Guides' Beijing and Beyond Quiz Night It‘s that time again. Time to buckle down, call up your know-it-all friends, and head over to Sequoia Cafe for another Immersion Guides' quiz night.   Get your mind set to go "Beijing and Beyond."   Show off what you know and maybe learn something you didn't.  Plus, the first beer is free.. Space is limited so reserve a spot for you and your team!  To RSVP to Kathy Zheng at 5820 7700 ext 855 or kathy...@immersionguides.com. Free. 7.30pm. Sequoia Cafe (6413 0771) » Wang Juan Catch the soft vocals of one of Beijing’s best singer songwriters. For a bit of background info, take a look at this China Daily article. RMB 30. 9pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) » You Say Party! We Say Die!, Arrows Made of Desire and Scoff The Vancouver-based dance-punk-pop quintet with the original name are supported by the lo-fi, alternative rock of Arrows (expect to hear some new tunes from their imminent sophomore effort, Songs That Sell Out). RMB 50. 9pm. MAO Livehouse (6402 5080) » Brown Sugar Master haircutter and old-school dance guru Suiki plays jazz, funk, and soul mash-up alongside young gun DJ Wordy. Free. 10pm. Song Music Bar & Kitchen (6587 1311) » AmCham-China Young Professionals Happy Hour Network with the young professionals of AmCham, with finger foods, giveaways and drink specials all night long (after 9pm, free margaritas and mojitos for women). RSVP to AmCha...@amcham-china.org.cn. RMB 25 (members), RMB 50 (non-members); price includes one free drink. 7-9pm. Block 8 (6508 8585) » Fame Chimica (Chemical Hungry) The colloquial translation: “the munchies.” Despite all the coke-sniffing and joint-rolling, the film's restless teens “hunger” to escape their mundane suburban lives. The two lead characters, Claudio and Manuel, end up liking the same girl (typical) and (of course) compete to impress her. It’s a 97-minute film that covers an array of social and political issues, from urban strife to racial conflicts.  In Italian with English subtitles. Free. 7pm. Italian Embassy Cultural Office (6535 5015) Plenty of options for women with Alfa’s Venus Night, Latino Cafe at Block 8 and Desire at Bar Blu. You can also enjoy a piano recital from Mao Xiangyu and the Volvo China Golf Open tees off. Upcoming & Ongoing -Back to Top- » Apr 18 James Blunt The Grammy-winning UK megastar famous for his song “You’re Beautiful” performs a one-night-only show at the Star Live. Take a look at how you can win tickets to the sold-out concert here. RMB 380-780. 8pm. The Star Live (6425 5677) » Apr 18-19 2008 IAAF Race Walking Challenge Catch slow-speed action at the first event to grace Beijing’s flagship Olympic venue. Who said competitive walking was boring? See here or here for latest details. RMB 50, 80. Fri 9-11am and 3-5pm, Sat 7.30-11am. National Stadium. » Apr 20 Boomtown Beijing A documentary chronicling the lives of three Beijing residents, each of whom has personalized the upcoming 2008 Olympics in their own unique Beijinger way. In Chinese with English subtitles. All proceeds donated go to the Library Project. RMB 85, RMB 100 (at door, includes movie and one beverage). E-mail  for more information. 7.30pm. Yugong Yishan (6404 2711) » Apr 23 Longshendao Daoist and dreadlocked Chinese reggae band – call them “The Way of the Dragon God,” or just “LSD.” RMB 30. 9pm. Yugong Yishan. (6404 2711)

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