This week’s Shunyi Happenings highlights interesting events from plays to cooking classes that are all based in or near Shunyi. If you have an event, store opening or closing, sales, and other fun family friendly events taking place in Shunyi, get in touch with our Shunyi Correspondent Anjana Kainikkara by emailing anjanakainikkara@beijing-kids.com.
Little Shop of Horrors at DCB, Mar 30-31
Ages 7+. DCB’s young thespians will be performing this Broadway style production, titled Little Shop of Horrors, on March 30 & 31. The stage is an elaborate set with a live band and an unbelievably talented group of performers. Punctuated with humor, the story will appeal to all ages. Tickets can be purchased online (Wednesday, March 30 and Thursday, March 31) or at the school’s reception desk. RMB 50 (adults), RMB 30 (kids). 7-9pm. Dulwich College Beijing (6454 9000)
DdW Handmade Textiles & Antonia Sampson Jewelry at WAB, Mar 31
All ages. Time to spoil yourself and/or others with DdW’s Handmade Textiles, such as towels, blankets, throws, and more! Also find Antonia Sampson’s beautiful jewelry their spring collection comes on sale. Free to attend. 10am-3pm. WAB Koi Garden (5986 5588)
Stars and Rain: World Autism Awareness Day, April 2
For adults. China Children’s Charity Relief Foundation will mark the 9th World Autism Awareness Day with the 6th Annual Imagine Gala Dinner that promises to be a wonderful and fun evening while supporting a great cause! RMB 660, RMB 6,000 (table of 10). 5.30-8.30pm. Hilton Beijing Capital Airport (8537 3236)
Ayi Western Cooking Workshop at Chopstix and Sporks
For adults. Enjoying a balanced Western meal cooked by your ayi can now become reality! Sign your ayi up for classes that take place every Thursday for her to acquire the basic skills to make delightful meals with a focus on health, nutrition, and food safety. Checkout their April schedule as they have loads of options available. Scan the QR code (on the flyer) to join their WeChat group or Facebook page and get regular updates. Registration required. RMB 200 per class, RMB 680 for four classes (paid in advance. 10am-3pm. Chopstix and Sporks (Scan QR code)
Photo: Courtesy of Dulwich College Beijing, Cindy Young for Chopstix and Sporks.