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Free Events
23rd Beijing International Book Fair Literary Salons – Never Ending Stories, Aug 20-Sep 1
All ages. Free public lecture put together by Beijing International Book Fair taking place from August 20-September 1. Free. 10.30am-9pm.China International Exhibition Center in Shunyi (More Information Here)
Beijing Women’s Network Monthly Spotlight Dinner, Aug 29
Adults. In this spotlight dinner, Amanda Barry will reflect on her own ten years of career building in Beijing, offer her perspectives on recent research around women’s career choices, and lead a group discussion about how to embrace the possibility of failure on the longer pathway to a successful and rewarding career. Free. 7.30-9.30pm. Ba Yi Lao Ye (巴依老爷工体店) F1, Xinzhong Dasha, Gong Ti Bei Lu, Chaoyang District Exit C, Dong Si Shi Tiao Station, subway line 2 （2号线地铁东四十条站C口，工体北路新中大厦1层） (Register here, 18515475841)
BCIS PAL Transitions: Supporting Your Family Through Change, Aug 30
Adults. Led by the school counseling team, the workshop will discuss the importance of transition in schools and how families and schools can support children and parents themselves through changes. Free. 8:45am. Beijing City International School (BCIS) Shuangjing / Dongsihuan 双井东四环 77 Baiziwan Nan Er Lu, Chaoyang District 朝阳区百子湾南二路77号 (8771 7171, RSVP to Zhuofei.Yang@bcis.cn to register your interest)
Rise Pavilion: Guinness World Record Largest 3D Printed Structure, Sept 3
For teens and adults. DeFacto Beijing invites you for an exclusive walk through of the Rise Pavilion, a 3D printed structure weighing 1.87 tons and standing at 4 meters tall—the structure is being awarded the Guinness World Record for the largest 3D Printed Structure. Free. 3-6pm. Paradise Walk Mall, Biomedical Base Subway Line 4 Exit D 龙湖大兴天街购物中心，生物医药基地铁4号线大兴D出口. (DeFacto Beijing)
2016 Beijing Dessert Carnival, Sept 3-5
All ages. For all those looking for that sugar high, try your favorite treats from different vendors at this decadent carnival. Free. 11am-4pm (Sat & Sun); 11am-8pm (Mon). U-Town Mall. 4/F, Building 2, U-Town Mall, Chaoyang District, 朝阳区悠唐商业广场 2期4层.
Unique Events
The Last Supper, Aug 30
National Centre For The Performing Arts (NCPA) 国家大剧院 – 2 Chang’an Jie Xicheng District 西城区 西长安街2号.
Kunqu Opera The Peony Pavilion (Youth Version), Aug 30-Sep 1
Ages 7+. As the magnum opus of Tang Xianzu, the famous playwright of the Ming Dynasty, The Peony Pavilion tells the love story of Du Liniang and Liu Mengmei and embodies young people’s pursuit of love and life in freedom. 500/400/320/240/100 RMB. 7:30-9pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts (NCPA) 国家大剧院- 2 Chang’an Jie Xicheng District 西城区 西长安街2号 (Book Tickets Here)
Beijing Playhouse presents Rapunzel, Sep 3
Ages 6-12. This English language performance is especially for children. RMB 80 (kids), RMB 150 (adults). 2-3pm. Eagle International Performing Arts Center, 4th Floor A01, Liu Bai Ben Commercial Center South Area, No. 19 Guangshun North Street, Wangjing, Chaoyang District, Beijing 北京市朝阳区广顺北大街19号六佰本商业街南区四层A01 (childrenstheatre@beijingacademyofperformingarts.com)
Negotiation Bootcamp, September 3
Adults. Rent, salary, business deals, relationships. How well you negotiate determines a large part of the quality of your life. Are you ready to negotiate? Join us for Lead with Words’ all-day Negotiation Bootcamp. Learn the strategies, tools and skills from leaders bringing their international business and multilingual experience in order to help you be an effective negotiator. Register before Friday, August 26 with a friend or coworker and get 15% off and late registration by August 31. Talk to your HR about reimbursement. We provide fapiaos. Language:English. light breakfast, lunch and hot drinks provided.RMB 2,200 (without discount). 8.45am – 5.00pm. Manning International Centre, 2/F, 53 Maizidian Street Chaoyang District.北京市朝阳区麦子店街53号曼宁国际中心3层.
Twitching Eye Trio 2016 In Beijing, Sep 2-3
Ages 4+. Twitching Eye Trio’s percussionists combine their knowledge of contemporary music with rhythms and sounds from African, Turkisch, Indian and Afro-Cuban origins. The result is an entirely individual musical world in which abstract structures and warm-blooded dance rhythms reach out to and influence each other. RMB 100/180/280/380. 7:30pm. Inside-Out Theatre – 65 Xingshikou Road Haidian district. 海淀区杏石口路65号 (Book tickets here)
Whales, Stories of Giants, Sep 2-4
Ages 4-12. Innovative and interdisciplinary performance inspired by stories and legends and stories from Mexico and Chile tradition, where the interactivity between dance and 3D projections allow the viewer to immerse in ancient stories with a contemporary esthetic and narrative. RMB 80-600 7.30-9pm. Fulong Theatre – No. 47, Longfusi Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 北京东城区隆福寺街47号福隆剧场 (Book tickets here)
Ongoing Events
Cavalia, Until September 7
All ages. Cavalia keeps extending their stay, so we’re suspicious they’re going to set up shop here for good. Wouldn’t that be nice? Unless that dream becomes a reality, tickets are only avialable until September 7. RMB 120-1980. 2.30pm, 7.30pm. Chaoyang Park Dong San Men Parking Lot (Buy Here)
Beijing Children’s Acrobatic Show, Until August 31
Ages 4+. This troupe uses acrobatics, aerial acts, farces, magic, and jugglers to bring alive the story of Marco Polo, who first visited Beijing in 1215, but comes back to modern Beijing to view its modern day developments. RMB 180. China’s National Children’s Center Theater, 43 Western Road, Ping’anli, Xicheng District. 西城区平安里西大街43号 (138 0106 7568)
Culinary Market Tour, Every Tuesday and Saturday
All ages. The Hutong leads a culinary walking market tour to help expat residents create their own Chinese kitchen, as well as to get over the intimidation and confusion of the Chinese food market. Registration required. RMB 200. 10am-noon. The Hutong (159 0104 6127, events@thehutong.com)
The Bookworm’s Weekly SciFi Book Club, Thursdays
Ages 10+. Attendees of the Bookworm’s weekly SciFi Book Club will read a new short story then discuss it during the meeting. Authors previously covered include Greg Egan, Iain M. Banks, Andy Weir, among others. Free. 8-9pm. The Bookworm (Wechat: Merukaba, Website)
Beijing Yoga in the Park, Sundays from May-September
Ages 12+. Planning what to do for the weekend? Include Beijing’s Yoga in the Park! Bring a yoga mat, friends and a smile. Followed by brunch at Moka Bros Solana at 15% discount. No need to sign up, just show up! RMB 30. 9.30-11.30am. Beijing Yoga in the Park. Chaoyang Park North Gate Chaoyang District.Beijing. 北京朝阳公园北门. (WeChat ID: TheresaRae)
Andy Warhol: Contact, Until January 7 2017
Ages 13+. “M WOODS is pleased to announce Andy Warhol: Contact, an exhibition of groundbreaking film, photography, and interactive installations by one of the twentieth century’s most influential artists. Curated by M WOODS Director Presca Ahn, it is the first in a series of major monographic exhibitions planned at the museum over the next three years. Illuminating areas of Andy Warhol’s practice never before shown in China, Andy Warhol: Contact features a selection of the artist’s Screen Tests, Polaroids, and Wallpaper, as well as his Silver Clouds and the experimental 1963 film Kiss– works which broke the boundaries of contemporary art when they were first made with the new media of Warhol’s time, and still compel viewers today with their extraordinary immediacy.” Tickets may be purchased via Douban.RMB 40 for students, RMB 60 for regular entrance. 10am-6:30pm. M Woods (木木美术馆) D-06, 2 Jiuxianqiao Road, 789 Art District, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区2号789艺术区2号院D-06.
Kung Fu Panda Show, Until Dec 31
All ages. Kung Fu Panda show is highly recommended for people who are obsessed with Chinese Kung Fu or families with kids. The whole performance told an obsessive story that some famous martial artists and two cuddly pandas go on a trip to find the true essence of Chinese Kung Fu, featuring martial arts, dance, music, and more in an action packed show, which brings infinite gaiety for kids, even adults. Shows are Shichahai Theatre – 57, Dianmen West Street, Xicheng District, Phone: +8613801067568, 西城区地安门西大街57号
Best of Next Week
Book Creation Workshop, Tuesdays, September 6-November 15
Ages 6-12. Discover your creative writing skills and artistic nature in the 10-week Autumn Book Program including learning about the elements of a story, graphic design/illustration, and storytelling. Learn teamwork, confidence and expressing yourself through art and illustrations. Tuesdays from September 6-November 16 apart from the National holiday. Sign up before August 31 for additional 10% discount. Healthy snacks provided. RMB 4,288 /per student (RMB 500 rebate if over 8 students enrolled). 4-6pm. R3 Discovery 北京德家沃利探索学习中心 朝阳区 (English address) 金汇路9 中骏世界城D座 B1 层 R080室
China National Opera House Chinese Opera for Teenagers, Sep 7
Ages 7+. This concert presents excerpt from traditional Chinese operas for teenagers. These famous operas can bring teens into the fantastic world of opera. 200/100 RMB. 7.30-9pm. National Centre For The Performing Arts (NCPA) 国家大剧院 – 2 Chang’an Jie Xicheng District 西城区 西长安街2号 (Book tickets here)
Positive Parenting “TALK”, September 8 – 29
Adults. Parents, are you having struggles? Too many “why” in one day? Are you exhausted with kids and chores in general? Then lets TALK about it every Thursday starting Septebmer 8! Positive Parenting Talk is designed for parents to learn and discuss how to grow up happily with your kids. RMB 50. 10-11am. R3 Discovery 北京德家沃利探索学习中心 – B1-R080, Zhongjunshijiecheng D, 9 Jinhui Road, Chaoyang District 北京朝阳区 金汇路9 中骏世界城商业区 D 座B1层R080室 (Email: r3discovery@sina.com, WeChat：R3Discovery)
Beijing Women’s Network: Dayday Up Job Fair and Workshops, Sept 10
For adults. Beijing Women’s Network hosts a job fair and workshops for those interested in business expansion and networking with fellow professionals in the technology and creative industries. Click here if this event interests you. Free. 2-5pm.DayDayUp Co-working Space – 22/F, Office Bldg C, Sanlitun SOHO, Chaoyang District, 朝阳区 三里屯SOHO C座 22层. http://www.meetup.com/beijingwomen/events/233136849/
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