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Unlocking the Mystery of Marriage, April 17
Adults. Join us at MOPS as Evelyn Yang shares with us the value of marriage and its importance for setting a strong foundation for our families and for the next generation. She will share her experiences and learnings over the past 23 years of marriage to her husband Gary. Free. 2-4pm. Ivy Bilingual School Ocean Express Campus. (ivy-mops@bicf.org).
Harrow Beijing Art Exhibition, April 18
Ages 10+. You are cordially invited to the official opening of the GCSE and A Level Art Exhibition. Join Harrow Beijing to celebrate its students’ achievements. If you cannot attend the official opening, the exhibition in the Art Department will remain on display until April 21. Free. 9am-4pm. Harrow International School Beijing.
Hyde Academy Tour/Open House with Admissions Director and Administrative Principal, April 19
Adults. Would you like your child immersed in a caring and cooperative learning environment that provides a rigorous academic program? Administrative Principal Jennifer Sachs and Admissions Director Lian Peng are hosting an informative meeting and tour! Free. 10-11.30am. Hyde Academy.
Meet the Principals/ISB MS/HS Open House, April 19
Grades 6-12. International School of Beijing’s (ISB) Middle School (Gr. 6-8) and High School (Gr. 9-12) principals are inviting prospective parents and students to meet with them in a personal setting, where they will share information about ISB’s challenging curriculum and innovative teaching practices. Families will also have the opportunity to tour ISB’s world-class facilities, following the discussion. Free. 9-11.30am. International School Beijing (ISB). (81492345 ext 1047, www.isb.bj.edu.cn).
BSB, Shunyi Open Day, April 19
Adults. Take a tour and visit the British School of Beijing, Shunyi’s (BSB, Shunyi) primary, German primary and secondary classrooms to see the great teaching and learning taking place. Parents can to talk to teachers and learn about the BSB curriculum, music and sports programs and check out the facilities too. Free. 9-11am. British School Beijing (BSB), Shunyi. (8047 3558, www.bsbshunyi.com/openday).
Dulwich College Beijing Early Years Open House, April 20
Adults. At the open house, parents will meet with Dulwich College Beijing’s (DCB) Head of Early Years David Mumford who will give a presentation on ‘Early Years at DCB – a UK curriculum designed for the hands, hearts and minds of international young learners’. A campus tour and Q&A session will be held after the presentation. To register, click here. Free. 8.30-10.30am. Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) Riviera Main Campus.
INN Shunyi Coffee Morning at BSB Chatterbox, April 20
Adults. The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB, Shunyi) is hosting this months’ International Newcomers Network (INN) Shunyi coffee morning. Join INN Shunyi for this great opportunity to meet other newcomers and old-timers in the Shunyi area! Contact Brenda for more details. Free. 10am-noon. British School Beijing (BSB), Shunyi. (8047 3558, brenda.leung@britishschool.org.cn).
Dad’s Time Machine, April 21 to May 1
Adults. This non-traditional work of theater combines visual artist, installation art, and live music and further blurs the line between genres by having puppets appear on stage with live actors. Described as a ‘fairy tale for adults,’ it looks at the relationship between a father and son as they pass through the different stages of life. The language of the performance is Chinese. RMB 128-328. 7.30-9pm. Tianqiao Theatre. (https://www.douban.com/event/28175475/).
BIBA Roundabout Book Fair, April 22
All ages. Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA) is hosting a Roundabout Book Fair. Choose from thousands of gently used books for all the family. There will be books for children of all ages and adults (fiction and non-fiction), English, Chinese and more for sale. Prices start as low as RMB 1 and all proceeds will help children in need. Free. 10am-3pm. Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA).
MSB Roundabout Book Fair, April 22
All ages. The International Montessori School of Beijing (MSB) is hosting a Roundabout Book Fair. Roundabout will offer thousands of gently used books from many categories and for all the family. You can choose from English and Chinese books. Prices start as low as RMB 1. So come and pick your favorite reads for the summer to come. All proceeds will help a child in need. Free. 10am-3pm. International Montessori School of Beijing (MSB).
Unity Day with Daystar & Ivy Academy, April 22
All ages. Join Daystar Academy and Ivy Schools as they celebrate their second annual Unity Day! The event, which also takes place on Earth Day this year, promises to be both fun-filled and meaningful with game booths, delicious food from both Daystar’s signature sustainable food program and outside vendors, music and entertainment, sports activity and more! Entrance is free but proceeds of all game participation and items sold will go towards an environmental cause. So be sure not to miss this opportunity! Free. 10am-3pm. Daystar Academy (Beigao Campus). (186 0120 6155, jaw@daystarchina.cn,).
The Beijing Flea Market, April 22
All ages. This is Beijing’s one-stop shop for all things made in Beijing, with more than 35 vendors featuring some of the best local, independent design and crafts from both established and emerging makers. Shoppers will also find baked goods, wine, and more! Be sure to stop in Preface salon for to meet their senior stylists who will be doing specials during the day. Free. Noon-6pm. POP-UP BEIJING.
Unique
Parkour Club by Imagine, April 18 to May 16
Ages 7-18. Due to popular demand, Parkour is now a weekly club! A great way to build foundation skills for all other freestyle action sports: balancing, jumping, flipping, landing rolling, climbing, vaulting, and so much more! RMB 400/class. 5.30-9pm. One Jump Trampoline Park. (www.imagine-china.com/parkour-club/).
Cavalia, April 19 to May 1
All ages. Known as the world’s largest touring production, Cavalia marries the equestrian beyond the impressive technical display and equestrian and acrobatic numbers that are unlike anything ever seen on stage, Cavalia is first and foremost a work that feeds the soul. arts, stage arts and high-tech theatrical effects at never-before-seen levels. RMB 420-1620. 2.30-9.30pm. Chaoyang Park.
Tea Brewing with That’s Mandarin, April 20
Adults. That’s Mandarin will teach you its development and characteristics, but also the secrets of its brewing process. You will be able to impress your colleagues, or your family with your professional mastery of tea. RMB 50. 7-9pm. That’s Mandarin. (5218 6432, info@thatsmandarin.com).
American Boychoir Concert, April 20
Ages 9+. As an icon of American musical excellence, the Boychoir has been invited to sing for every sitting US President since John F. Kennedy. Touring frequently at home and abroad as preeminent ambassadors, the American Boychoir spreads messages of beauty and hope through outstanding musical achievement. 2017 is the first China Tour for American Boychoir. Tickets can be purchased here. RMB 180-580. 7.30-9.30pm. Beijing Concert Hall.
DCB Hua Mulan Performance, April 21
Ages 8+. Everyone is welcomed to enjoy this modern adaptation of famous Chinese folk tale directed and performed by more than 50 DCB teachers and students. Hua Mulan (Chinese: 花木兰) is a legendary woman warrior from the Southern and Northern Dynasties period (420–589) of Chinese history. As a daughter of aged warrior, she impersonates a man to take her father’s place during a general conscription to counter foreign invasion. Over time, the story of Hua Mulan rose in popularity as a Chinese folk tale. Tickets can be purchased here. RMB 50 (adult); RMB 30 (children). 7-8.30pm. Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) Wodehouse Theatre.
We Will Rock You: School Edition, April 21 to 22
All ages. “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We are the Champions,” and “Killer Queen.” These are just some of the classic Queen songs featured in this beloved musical. The exciting and energetic show tells the story of Galileo Figaro, a young man who wants to bring back real music to a futuristic world where rock ’n’ roll is banned. RMB 30 (students), RMB 50 (adults). 7pm (April 21), 2pm and 7pm (April 22). Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB). (patrick.connolly@cisbeijing.com).
3e Charity Community Day & Roundabout Book Fair, April 22
All ages. 3e International School and Roundabout welcome families to attend the annual 3e Charity Community Day. Visit the event to find bargain treasures and entertain the family with games and activities! Families are invited to sell well maintained second-hand goods: toys, books and other household items. Families and Vendors can book a table for RMB 100 (table fee will be donated to Roundabout). To book a table please email: community@3einternationalschool.org. Free. 10am-noon. 3e International School. (6437 3344).
Public Beijing International Film Festival Tour, April 22
Ages 8+. In April Newman Tours be offering a one off Public Beijing International Film Festival Tour, and will also be offering a Public Forbidden City Tour every Sunday. To celebrate the Beijing International Film Festival, Newman Tours is offering a one-off Public Tour of the China National Film Museum. RMB 190 (adults), RMB 120 (kids). 1.30-3.30pm. Newman Tours Beijing. (138 1777 0229, info@newmantours.com, www.newmantours.com).
“Classic” BSB Fashion Show 2017, April 23
Ages 9+ Come and watch “Classic” – a fashion show organized by the students at The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB, Shunyi). It includes 2 fashion shows and a mini market, where one of the fashion shows showcases and sells original designs made by students! Tickets can be purchased here. RMB 260 (non-VIP), RMB 130 (VIP). British School Beijing (BSB), Shunyi.
Children’s Magic Show, April 23
All age. Kids will enjoy the ‘Magic Journey’ live action magic show, which helps children to discover the ‘magical world.’ With help from the audience, the magician in this popular show guides kids through a series of tricks and enchantments which thrill and delight younger audiences. RMB 100-200. Legends Small Theater. (https://www.douban.com/event/28126370/).
Earth Day Cleanup: Jiankou Great Wall, April 23
All ages. The Great Wall on the west side of Jiankou has been somewhat spoiled by a build-up of trash and litter, left by lazy hikers and careless campers. In the spirit of Earth Day and in order to give back to the communities in which we hike, the group is going to try and collect as much litter as we can and carry it out. Beijing Hikers is running this hike at cost and asks that everyone that joins helps out with the cleanup. RMB 150-200. 8am-6pm. Beijing Hikers. (reservations@beijinghikers.com).
Beijing Organic Farmers’ Market, April 23
All ages. Beijing Organic Farmers Market (北京有机农业市集) has two organic collective stores in Beijing and hosts three markets per week, where you can buy produce directly from the farmers. Free. 10am-2pm. Phoenix Mall Center. (https://www.facebook.com/farmersmarketbj/).
Best of Next Week
Dad’s Time Machine, April 24 to May 1
Adults. This non-traditional work of theater combines visual artist, installation art, and live music and further blurs the line between genres by having puppets appear on stage with live actors. Described as a ‘fairy tale for adults,’ it looks at the relationship between a father and son as they pass through the different stages of life. The language of the performance is Chinese. RMB 128-328. 7.30-9pm. Tianqiao Theatre. (https://www.douban.com/event/28175475/).
YCIS Beijing Open Day: Explore Our Learning Communities, April 26
Adults. Attend Yew Chung International School of Beijing’s (YCIS Beijing) open day on the campus to meet the school’s Senior Academic Team, and to learn more about YCIS Beijing’s unique education model. Parents will have the opportunity to see the exciting changes that are happening all across the campus and visit the school’s newly renovated Learning Communities. 9-11.30am. YCIS Beijing. (info@bj.ycef.com).
Multilingualism in Child Development: What You Need to Know, April 28
For adults. 3e International School’s Tea Talk for April explores how children learn in bilingual and multilingual settings, as well as speech and language development. Presented by Mr Milind Sonawane, Speech-Language Pathologist and Beijing Therapy Director, LIH Olivia’s Place. Free. 9-10:30am. 3e International School. (email community@3einternationalschool.org to register).
KIDA English and Talent Competition, May 1
Ages 3-12. The competition will be divided to three groups according to age: kids group: 3-5 years; children group: 6-9 years old; youth group: 10-12 years old. All players entering the final can participate in the “Little English Talents” special program recording which will broadcast by the CETV. RMB 200. All day. KIDA Base. (linda_liu@kida-base.com, 010-67859599).
