We’ve great events lined up for you this week! Make sure to check out every section: Where beijingkids Staff Will Be This Week, Free Events, Classes and Workshops, Open Houses, Great Events Coming Up This Month and Mother’s Day.
Where beijingkids Staff Will Be This Week
Jessica Suotmaa will be checking out the classrooms at DCB then browsing children’s books at BIBA Book Fair. Nimo Wanjau will be looking for her own bargains at 3e Charity Community Day. Anjana Kainikkara loves picking produce and seeing friends at All in One Sunday Market.
Dulwich College Beijing Open House/Meet the Headmaster, Apr 21
DCB has programs for children from one year old to eighteen years old. RSVP required. 10.30am-12.30pm. Dulwich College Beijing (6454 9000)
Roundabout Book Fair at BIBA, Apr 23
All ages. Bargain books in English and Chinese and some other languages (German, French, Korean). Paperbacks start at RMB10, hardbacks at RMB20, kids books as priced. Free. 10am-3pm. Beijing International Bilingual Academy (8041 0390)
3e Charity Community Day, Apr 23
All ages. Games and activities will be available for the whole family and a Roundabout book fair. We are also hosting a tabletop sale with all table rental fees (RMB 100) being donated to Roundabout. 10am-noon. 3e International School (6437 3344)
All in One Sunday Market, Apr 24
All Ages. Games, foods and booths are fun for all. Don’t forget the bouncy castle! Free. 11am-4pm. Riviera Country Club (8450 6888)
Free Events
Global Education: Paths to University Success, Apr 20
Ages 14+ Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing) host this step by step workshop with a panel of college admission experts who understand the timeline for application planning. Learn how college admission decisions are made and how to prepare a well-crafted application. Free, but RSVP required. 3.00-5.00pm. AmCham-China (8519 0800)
INN Shunyi Coffee Morning at BSB, Apr 21
Adults. Join us for this great opportunity to meet other newcomers and old-times in the Shunyi area! We look forward to welcoming you! Free. 10am-noon. The British School of Beijing (bsbshunyi.com)
ISB Farmers’ Market, Apr 23
All ages.
ISB’s Roots & Shoots club will be hosting a Farmers’ market in the ISB Car Park. Organic, locally-grown vegetables will be available along with other food products. Free. 10am-noon. International School of Beijing (5149 2345)
Classes and Workshops
Check out the wealth of kids and adults classes in our events directory!
Thump Boxing, Mondays
15+ Complimentary trial class available! RMB 90-100. 7.30–8.30pm. Beijing Language and Cultural Center for Diplomatic Missions, No. 7 Sanlitun North Alley, Chaoyang. (www.freebodyfitness.cn)
Kids Kung Fu Fitness, Tuesdays
Ages 3-6. Taught by a real Shaolin Temple Kung Fu Master Leo himself! RMB 1680 per term. 3.45-4.45pm. House of Knowledge (6538 2624)
Sports Beijing Gymnastics, Most Days
Ages 3-12. This season, we offer gymnastics at 5 different levels, which are divided primarily by ability. Prices vary. Noon-4.00pm. International School of Beijing (info@sportsbj.com)
Art Outing and Workshop: “The temple of Candour” in 798, Apr 23-24
Ages 7-12. This outing consists of two parts: a visit of the “The Temple of Candor” exhibition and a workshop at Atelier. After the visit, children can come to Atelier to realize their own project based on what they see with the guide of our teacher. The participants can choose to only join the visit or to join both, but it’s not possible to only join the workshop as the workshop is closely related to the exhibition. RSVP and deposit required. Free for Atelier students. RMB 100-300 for non-students. 2pm-3pm, Apr 23, 798 visit. 2pm-4pm, Apr 24, workshop at Atelier, (contact@atelier.cn.com, 6416 1614)
PAL Workshop: Don’t Gamble with Your Health, Why Lifestyle Choices Matter, APR 26
For adults. BCIS Athletic Director, Darren Skov, supported by the BCIS Physical Education Department will lead this Parents as Learners’ workshop that focuses on living a healthy lifestyle. RSVP Required. FREE. 8.45-10.15am
Beijing City International School (yisha.niu@bcis.cn)
Open Houses
For more open house information and events later this month, plus how to make the most of the visit, read April Open House Roundup – How to Get The Most Out of Your School Visit.
House of Knowledge International School and Kindergarten Open House, Apr 19 (Chaoyang), Apr 21 (Shunyi)
HoK has programs for children from eighteen months to six years old. RSVP required. 9.30-11am. House of Knowledge (650 7747)
Beijing No. 55 IB World School Open Day, Apr 21
RSVP required. 9:30-11am. Beijing No. 55 IB World School (6416 9531)
Springboard Bilingual International School Open House, Apr 20
SBIS has programs from K1 to Grade 12. 9.30-11.30am. SIBS (8049 0307)
Daystar Academy Open House, Apr 21
Daystar Academy has programs for children from toddlers to middle school. 9.30-11.30am. Daystar Academy (6433-7366)
Great Events Coming Up This Month
Check our ever-growing events directory to plan ahead for family friendly events this month.
The Swan Lake By Russian State Ballet, Apr 24
Ages 7+ This internationally recognized ballet has been performed in over eighty countries. RMB 180-880. Rulun Lecture Hall of Renmin University (186 0020 8126)
INN’s Spring Market Bazaar, Apr 25
All Ages. Over 50 Unique Vendors with an after market happy hour from 3pm to 5pm. 10am-3pm Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast (contactus@innbeijing.com)
Cook-for-Hope by Love for Orphans, Apr 26
All ages. Each team will cook their country’s or region’s tastiest dish to compete in this global food competition. RMB 1000, team entry, RMB 300. 11am-2pm. Green T. House (www.hopefosterhome.com)
Alento & Zaguán By Ballet Nacional de Espana In Beijing, Apr 26-27
Ages 7+ Help your child grow a global mindset with this culturally rich performance produced by Ballet Nacional de Espana. RMB 100-680. 7.30-9.30pm
National Centre for the Performing Arts (6655 0000)
CISB Drama Club presents GREASE, Apr 29-30
All Ages. Tickets can be purchased in advance from the school’s front desk in the main lobby of CISB, starting in early April. Tickets will also be on sale at the door, but these shows will sell-out fast so order your tickets today – and tell your family and friends! RMB 30 students RMB 50 adults. 7-9pm. Canadian International School of Beijing (6465 7789)
Beijing Playhouse presents Rapunzel, May 8
Ages 6-12. It’s more than just a fairy tale. An inspiring rendition of a traditional story. This performance is especially for children. RMB 80 children RMB 150 adults. 2-3pm. Eagle International Performing Arts Center, International School of Beijing (childrenstheatre@beijingacademyofperformingarts.com)
Mother’s Day
History of China in Fifty Objects Tour, May 8
All ages. Mothers who attend the New York Times inspired tour will receive a free spot if attended with their children. Free, but space limited and RSVP required. RMB 190 adults RMB 120 kids under 14. 2–4pm. Newman Tours (Newmantours.com)
Mother’s Day Yoga at The Brickyard, May 8
13+ Get stretched and relaxed with guidance from our professional instructor. Yoga mats and fresh towels supplied. Water and herbal teas offered. No charge to Brickyard and Brickyard Homes guests. RMB 288. 9-10.30 am. The Brickyard Retreat Center at Mutianyu Great Wall (6162 6506, info@brickyardatmutianyu.com)
Mother’s Day Treat at Opus Lounge, May 8
All ages. In addition to Opus Lounge’s regular Sunday brunch favorites, a special selection of family-style dishes will be available. Mothers attending with their children will receive a rose, a cake and a box of three pralines in honor of the occasion, as well as a carnation and a glass of Bellini champagne. Please contact Opus for price. Noon–3pm. Opus Lounge (5695 8532)
Mother and Daughter Jewelry Class, May 8
Ages 8+. Follow along as JZ Jewelry walks you step by step through a beautiful jewelry creation. Six people limited per class. Designs go home. Register before April 30 for a 10% discount. RMB 500. 9.30am-noon. JZ Jewelry Wokrshop (182 1063 4921)
If you’d like your event to be included in this blog post, please add your event to our events directory, then e-mail webeditor@beijing-kids.com
Photos: Courtesy Beijing Playhouse, JZ Jewelry, Pixabay
