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Free
Hyde Academy Open House, Oct 18
For adults. Hyde Academy hosts an Open House for prospective parents to learn more about the school and tour the new facilities. Registration required. Free. 9-10.30am. Hyde Academy (8046 7085)
Adjusting to Life in Beijing, Oct 19
Adults. This joint discussion by International Newcomers Network (INN), Raffles Medical, and United Family Healthcare (BJU) will cover a range of topics from the stages of cultural adjustment, transportation options, top resources of information about Beijing on websites to magazines, to air quality concerns, and what to do in an emergency. Free. 9-10.30am. The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (8047 3588)
YCIS Beijing: Open Day Meet the Co-Principals, Oct 19
Adults. This Open Day will be an opportunity to meet the YCIS Beijing’s Western and Chinese Co-Principals, who will speak in particular about their bilingual educational environment and unique co-teaching model. Free. 9.30am-11am. Yew Chung International School of Beijing (8583 3731)
MSB Parent Study Group: “Literacy and Language Development”, Oct 19
For adults. The second series of yearlong talks focuses on the many ways in which parents can support their children’s literacy and language development. Acting Interim Principal Sharon Keenan will lead this talk. Registration required. Free. 8.30-10.30am. International Montessori School of Beijing (aislingobrien@msb.edu.cn)
DCB Early Years Open Day, Oct 19
For adults. Prospective parents have the chance to observe how children ages 1-7 learn in an international child-centered environment at DCB’s Riviera Main Campus. Listen to a presentation by Head of Early Years, David Mumford on the school’s UK curriculum followed by a Q&A session then a tour of the school. Registration required. Refreshments included. 9-10.45am. Dulwich College Beijing (6454 9068, Flora.Zhang@dulwich-beijing.cn)
INN Shunyi Coffee Morning at BSB, Shunyi, Oct 20
Adults. The International Newcomers Network Coffee Mornings is a great opportunity to meet other newcomers and old-times in the Shunyi area. Free. 10am-Noon. The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (8047 3588).
Harrow Beijing Autumn Fair, Oct 22
All ages. Harrow Beijing’s Autumn Fair brings quintessential British flair such as Bric-a-Brac (vendors selling their wares), delicious fair food, entertaining games and activities, and live performances to the community. This event is organized by Friends of Harrow. Free. 10-am-3pm. Harrow International School Beijing (6444 8900)
INN Fall Bazaar, Oct 22
All ages. Lots of stands will be selling everything from jewellery to fashion to arts and crafts, plus plenty of games and activities for kids. Free. 11am-7pm. Topwin Centre Street Market, Next to the new Intercontinental Hotel, Sanlitun Nan Lu (www.innbeijing.com).
Roundabout Book Fair at DCB, Oct 22, 24 and 25
All ages. Grab your own stellar book deals (as low as RMB 1) and support a charitable cause. Free. 10am-3pm. Dulwich College Beijing (6454 9000)
Active Parenting Workshops: Primary School, Oct 24
Adults. Parents of Primary School-aged students are invited to attend Active Parenting Workshops every Monday from October 24 through November 28 at Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing). Active Parenting delivers quality education programs for parents, children and teachers to schools, hospitals, social services organizations, churches and the corporate market. Active Parenting Publishers is recognized as an innovator in the educational market and is committed to its mission of developing human potential through its programs. Free. 10am-Noon. Yew Chung International School of Beijing (8583 3731)
Unique
Hutong Pumpkin Cupcakes Making Class, Oct 23
Ages 5+. Chef Anete will be with you as you prepare your very own cupcakes from scratch, complete with spice-infused buttercream, while also have some fun of having halloween style decoration. RMB 350. 2.30-5pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)
“The Hound of The Baskervilles” Case with Sherlock Holmes, Oct 21-22
Children must be 1.2m of height to be admitted. Join Chapterhouse and Sherlock Holmes for a memorable night with your best investigative abilities as you unravel this mystery filled with confusion, suspense, and tension. See here for more information about the Chapterhouse Theater Company in Britain. RMB 120-380. 7:30pm. Beijing 9th Theater, 17 West Xizoahuang Jintai, Chaoyang Cultural Center, Chaoyang District. 朝外小庄金台里17号(ponypiao@damai.cn or buy tickets here)
Magic World Winter Sports Expo, Oct 19 – 22
All ages. This expo is a one-stop shop for gear and everything else related to winter sports in China. The expo is supported by the Beijing Olympic City Development Association (BODA) and IDG, and will take place annually at least until the Winter Olympics in 2022. Open to the public 21 and 22. Price TBA. 9am-4pm. China National Convention Center (Register Here)
Ongoing
BSB Baby and Toddler Group, Fridays
Ages 0-18mnths. Meet other moms of small children at this playgroup with plenty of age-appropriate toys, seasonal crafts, singing, actions, and more. Open to foreign passport holders only, the mother or father needs to attend, not the ayi. Drinks and snacks provided. Register by email. Free. 9-10.30am. The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (8047 3588, play@britishschool.org.cn)
Bumps2Babes Playgroups
Ages 3 and under. This thriving parent community is geared toward parents with kids born after January 2013. It has free playgroups meeting throughout the city. We suggest parents new to the city get involved and hang out with a playgroup in your region. English speakers only. Don’t forget to ask to receive the newsletter and be added to the official Bumps2Babes WeChat group. Free. Time and location vary (beijingbumps2babes@gmail.com)
Best of Next Week
OASIS Childbirth Workshop: Starting Solids, Oct 28
Adults. Leora Martins M&C Nutrition Workshops aim to make the unfathomable, fathomable, the impossible, possible. Nutrition is a friend not an enemy and Leora will show how to make healthy living simple. Registration required. RMB 50. 10-11am. Oasis International Hospital (Ashley.Gaul@oasishealth.cn)
Halloween Party with beijingkids and JingKids, Oct 29-30
Ages 3+. Our party is special because it allows kids to have the full experience of Halloween, including all the fun of trick-or-treating in a totally safe, adult-supervised, indoor environment. We’ll be hosting crafts and games, character bedazzled trick-or-treating, pumpkins, the haunted house, and more. Check out last year’s spookiness and fun here. Limited to 200 children per session. RMB 250 per child, RMB 150 per adult. Sessions both days at 9.30am and 2pm. Buy tickets on Yoopay – which accepts everything from WeChat Wallet to foreign credit cards – here. Private sessions available. Canadian International School of Beijing (5934 6708, events@truerun.com)
Professional Women – Developing an Executive Presence, Oct 27
Adults. In this one-day session, AmCham China will look at some fascinating research, engage in dynamic discussion and, most importantly, teach practical tools on how to develop executive presence as professional women. This is an open course for professional women committed to their own growth. We welcome professionals from all industries and backgrounds. The program will be delivered in English. Coffee, lunch and light refreshments will be provided during breaks. RMB 2,000 (members), RMB 2,500 (non-members). 8.45am-5pm. AmCham China Conference Center (Register here)
Daystar Academy Open House, Oct 26
For adults. Daystar opens its doors for prospective parents to tour their brand new facilities as well as quiz the faculty on the school. Registration required. Free. 9-11.30 am. Daystar Academy (5603 9446, admissions@daystarchina.cn)
Spartan Race: Beijing Sprint, Oct 30
For adults. Need to test your human abilities? Well, the first ever Reebok Spartan Sprint taking place in Beijing features a 6km course with more than 20 Signature Spartan Obstacles, great for beginners and seasoned athletes. There are two sessions for the Open Individual and Open Group, 9.30am and 12.30pm. The Elite Individual is only 9am (men) and 9.15am (women). The early bird price ends on October 16. Registration required. RMB 489 (Elite Individual), RMB 459 (Open Individual), RMB 369 (Open Group). 9am-4pm. Location TBA (400 623 5058, spartanracechina@secaworld.com)
Photos: en.damai.cn, Uni You, and courtesy of Harrow International School Beijing
