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Fairs and Bazaars
Live With Less Clear Out/Exchange/Donation Drive, Sep 8
All ages. Autumn comes and the weather soon will get cool. It’s time to declutter your home and get prepared for the upcoming Live With Less swap event! Come to Crossboundaries’ office in Sanlitun and drop off your extra stuff, pick up some new treasures, and make new friends. Free admission. 11am-5pm. Crossboundaries.
Mexican Gastronomic Festival, Sep 11-17
All ages. The Mexican Gastronomic Festival aims to celebrate the country’s traditions and culture, offering guests an opportunity to discover Mexico and what it has to offer. Come and experience traditional Mexican performances, live cooking classes, and a signature chef’s table. 7-10pm. Beijing Marriott Hotel Northeast. (WeChat ID: 13311138038 Javier or 13311130538 Sasha)
H.I.S Fall Fair Festival, Sep 15
All ages. Come and celebrate the end of the hot summer and the welcome arrival of fall at Hope International School (H.I.S.) There’s something for everyone – a preschool playground for the little ones, and booths and games for teens and adults. Enjoy music from the children’s choir and other vocalists. Dine on Chinese, Korean, and western dishes. Free admission. Exhibition Hall 4, No. 1 Xiedao Road, Chaoyang District. (185 1371 3540, marketing@hopeintlschool.org)
BlackEXPO, Sep 15
All ages. BlackEXPO was born out of a simple desire: to illuminate the positive contributions of the Black community in Beijing. More than just a market, BlackEXPO is a cultural experience placing the spotlight on the community and the businesses, services, and talents therein. BlackEXPO is a unique opportunity to further shape the Black narrative here in China, and do so with food, music, culture, and fun. All are welcome and invited to come regardless of background. RMB 20. Noon-6pm. 27 Courtyard. (135 2121 7587, info@blackexpobeijing.com)
Pamilyang Pinoy Autumn Family Day, Sep 16
All ages. There’s more fun in Beijing as Filipino community group Kusina ni Kabayan (KnK) invites everyone to Pamilyang Pinoy, an autumn fair featuring the finest Filipino foods and delicacies, native games for kids and their parents, and an exhibition of paintings by Filipino expat families in town. The event aims to raise funds for a Filipino beneficiary. RMB 30 (adults), RMB 10 (kids). 10am-4pm. Plan B, Baiziwan, Shuangjing. (WeChat ID: Kusina-ni-Kabayan)
The Great Aussie BBQ, Sep 16
All ages. Bring your family and friends along for a fun day out in the pleasant autumn sunshine, and experience a piece of Australia in Beijing. AustCham Beijing provides all the Aussie BBQ foods that we know and love, so treat yourself and your children to some Australian beef snags, rumps, and a true blue Aussie dessert section to complete a full Aussie Day menu. Adults can enjoy free-flow Australian beer and wine. There will also be a variety of kids’ activities to keep the little ones entertained, and ensure a fun day in the sun for all. RMB 250 (adults), RMB 200 (kids under 12) free for kids under 6. RMB 800 (2 adults and 2 kids). 11am-4pm. JW Marriott Beijing. (RSVP: 8561 5005, events@austcham.org)
German Day, Sep 19
All ages. German- and English-speaking presenters and vendors invite everyone to the second Guangming Fall event in Beijing. The event aims to showcase to the public businesses and products from Beijing and Europe, and some vendors will have goodies for you as well! Free admission. 10am-2pm. Guangming Garden Area (close to Solana). (WeChat ID: SabinaKirchherr)
The Bookworm Mid-Autumn Fair, Sep 22
All ages. The Bookworm Fair takes place from September 22-24 in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival. There will be more than 45 vendors of handmade goods, fine art, jewelry, accessories, beverages and much more. Free admission. 2-8pm. The Bookworm. (JC Zhang: 158 1071 3743, mr_j.c.zhang@hotmail.com)
Feed Your Mind
WAB Distinguished Speaker Series: We Carry Kevan, Sep 11
All ages. In 2016, Kevan and his friends took a trip across Europe in which they left his wheelchair at home. The group’s journey grew to viral internet fame, as they carried Kevan around the continent in a backpack for three weeks, garnering attention from the world’s biggest media organizations. Now the author of five books and founder of an organization to redefine accessibility, Kevan and his friends will travel to China, stopping at Western Academy of Beijing to talk about “The Outcome of People Helping People.” Free. RSVP required. 6-7.30pm. Western Academy of Beijing. (WeChat ID: WABChat, 5986 5588, wabinfo@wab.edu)
Pauline’s Cuisine Cooking Classes, every Tue/Thu from Sep 11
Looking for serious cooking classes from an experienced chef, or for a fabulous fun morning with friends? Pauline’s Cuisine gives you both. Each class will consist of a lecture about the culinary subject of the day, and some hardcore cooking. You will walk away with a full belly and new skills to impress in the kitchen. RMB 420 per person per class. 10am-1pm (see class schedule here). Contact Pauline’s Cuisine WeChat: Paulus155
ISB Recruitment Fair, Sep 15
Adults. The International School of Beijing (ISB) invites educators in China and the EARCOS/ACAMIS region to attend their first-ever job fair, which offers the opportunity for everyone to meet members of the ISB community and speak to the school’s leadership team. Visit our Events page to register for the ISB Job Fair. Free admission but RSVP required. ISB. (8149 2345, info@isb.bj.edu.cn)
Women’s Retreat Beijing: Be You Revive!, Sep 16-17
Adults. Give a woman a rejuvenating and reviving break, and send her off to the Be You Revive! Following a successful Mother’s Day retreat in May, “Be You” returns this autumn and promises to nourish the body and soul of the participating ladies. The revival cycle takes place on Sep 16-17 in the luxurious surroundings of Deer Singing Lodge, and includes activities like yoga, sip and paint, hiking on the Great Wall, a workshop with a life coach, a goodie bag, and more surprises! Secure your spot today with an RMB 100 non-refundable deposit. Check out beijingmothersguild.com for more details. Singing Deer Lodge. (WeChat: BerryThoughtfulLife, paulus155, pflivanhasselt@yahoo.com)
INN September Gathering – Medical Q&A, Sep 17
Adults. The International Newcomer’s Network (INN) General Gathering topic for September is their Medical Q&A, with a team of international medical professionals on hand to answer all the questions you may have about any health-related concerns. The best part of this gathering is you don’t have to make an appointment to talk to the professionals. RMB 60. 10am. Capital Mansion Athletic Club. (WeChat ID: INNBeijing1994, 138 1170 5071)
Beijing SMIC Private School Open House, Sep 20
All ages. Beijing SMIC Private School invites all prospective families to meet the school principal and academic team, as well as tour the school campus and learn more about its curriculum and culture. Free admission. 1.30-3.30pm. Sign up at admissions@bjsmicschool.com. Beijing SMIC Private School, No. 9 Liang Shui He 2nd Street, Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area. (6785 3030 ext. 2108, admissions@bjsmicschool.com)
BSB Baby and Toddler Group, every Fri
Ages 1-18 months. Families with little ones up to 18 months can come to meet other expat families, enjoy playing with age-appropriate toys, creating seasonal crafts, singing, actions and lots more! Drinks and snacks provided. Free admission but open to foreign passport holders only. 9-10.30am. RSVP www.bsbshunyi.com/babygroup (as space is limited). The British School of Beijing (BSB), Shunyi campus. (8047 3558, play@britishschool.org.cn)
Get Active
Free Weight Loss Event at BJU, Sep 5-6
Adults. Losing weight can be an uphill battle. Get the tools you need to make the task a little easier by coming to Beijing United Family Hospital (BJU) and listening to talks from weight loss experts. BJU Naturopathic Physician (and beijingkids columnist) Dr. Melissa Rodriguez will share tips for making your lifestyle a little healthier and Good Enough Weight Loss (GEWL) Coach Titi Hill will give an outline of her bespoke weight management program for those interested in taking the next step to a healthier physique. The content of both days will be the same, and participants will have the option to either join the morning or evening session. Free admission (visit this page for more info). Sep 5 session: 10am-noon; Sep 6 session: 6.30-8.30pm. Beijing United Family Hospital.
Functional Anatomy and Movement 20HR YTT with Gwen, Sep 10-11
Adults. This two day intensive training will benefit any yoga teacher or practitioner looking to brush up on, or expand and better utilize, knowledge of the working body. By the end of this training, participants will have learned to look from a three-dimensional approach at the physical body, the breath, and the mind simultaneously, and how to move in more healing ways to experience greater integrity and therapeutic effect in their personal practice, as well as applying them in classes. RMB 2,800 (visit this page for more info). 7am-6.15pm. Taozi Tree Yoga. (www.taozitreeyoga.com)
Charity Fundraiser “History of China in Fifty Objects” Tour, Sep 15
Adults. Newman Tours is leading a charity tour in aid of Dew Drops Little Flower, which provides intensive nursing care, medical treatment, and education for abandoned children. Explore the human history of China through 50 of the most celebrated art objects in Beijing’s National Museum of China. Their guide will take participants on an informative and entertaining journey of 4,000 years, using the most venerated objects of the museum’s collection to illustrate the principal developments of China’s epic history. RMB 260 per person (guests must bring passports to enter the National Museum). 1.30-3.30pm. Tours must be booked in advance (138 1777 0229, info@newmantours.com, www.newmantours.com)
Beijing Charity Readers Theatre’s “Show in a Week” Audition, Sep 15
All ages. Get involved in English theater in China, as Charity Readers Theatre’s next production is Nobel laureate Luigi Pirandello’s Right You Are (If You Think So). Auditions will be held on Sep 15, and the one-night performance on Sep 22. Experienced actors encouraged, and new actors are also welcome. 100 percent of tickets sales donated to charity. Produced in partnership with Beijing Playhouse Drama Club. For more information, contact artsforagoodcausebeijing@charityreaderstheatre.org.
AIDS Walk 2018, Sep 15
Adults. The 7th China AIDS Walk 2018 on the Great Wall will be another occasion for people from different communities to meet, talk, and share experiences, love and care with each other. The goals of this year’s China AIDS Walk is to mobilize 100 professionals with various expertise to provide pro bono services for AIDS-related charity work, and raise RMB 700,000 to support community-led HIV/AIDS initiatives throughout China. Free, but donations are welcomed. From 9am. Visit this page to see more info. (186 1269 4069, martin@ChinaAIDSWalk.cn)
2018 ORG National Hockey League China Game, Sep 19
All ages. The 2018 ORG China Games will feature two world-class teams, the Boston Bruins and the Calgary Flames. The pre-season games will celebrate the very best of Ice Hockey in China, as the country embarks on a journey to the 2022 Winter Olympics. RMB 180-2,000. 5-9pm. Cadillac Center. (www.NHL.com/ChinaGames)
Autumn Camps
Mix-Media Art (10-Week Program), Sep 15-Dec 8
All ages. From academic to creative drawing, students learn a variety of drawing techniques and skills in the [Mix-Media Art] program. But what makes it a unique experience for students are the group activities, aimed at encouraging the development of artistic collaborations. [Mix-Media Art] will include classes on academic drawing, life-drawing, color theory, and exploring mediums (acrylics, oils, water-color), as well as using random objects to create sculptures. RMB 3,800 for a 10-week Saturday program (Sep 15, 22; Oct 20, 27; all Saturdays of Nov; Dec 1, 8) RSVP: j.pohland@hotmail.com. The SLab. (156 0120 1550)
Sewing 101 (10 week Course), Sep 16-Dec 9
All ages. The SLab’s [Sewing 101] program for kids is an intensive, fun, and hands-on program that teaches the proper foundations of sewing. From group activities to personalized projects, students experience a variety of interactive exercises to help them master sewing skills. They will end the ten weeks with several pieces ranging from tote bags, aprons, cushion covers or more! RMB 3,800 for a ten-week Sunday course (Sep 16, 23; Oct 21, 28; all Sundays of Nov; Dec 2, 9) RSVP: j.pohland@hotmail.com. The SLab. (156 0120 1550)
Golden Week Holiday – Adventure Camp, Sep 29-Oct 7
All ages. Imagine’s Golden Week Holiday camp gives kids a chance to participate in some of Imagine’s most iconic adventures: Civilisation Game, parkour, indoor climbing, indoor ski, and Adventure Park. The camp length is a minimum of three days from a total of nine days. RMB 700-900 inclusive of transport. (WeChat ID: Imagine-china, info@imagine-china.com)
Upcoming October Events
The SLab’s 3-Day Movie-Making October Holiday Camp, Oct 3-5
All ages. The SLab is offering a unique three-day movie camp, where students will get to discover and recreate the lost art of silent film-making. Students will learn to tell a story through actions and composition, with little to no use of words. With the guidance of a film professional, they will get to work on writing their own story and script, acting, and filming it themselves. RMB 1,888 (lunch included). 10am-4pm. RSVP: j.pohland@hotmail.com. The SLab. (156 0120 1550)
Imagine’s Wilderness Advanced First Aid Course, Oct 4-7
Ages 18+. Imagine will be hosting a Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) course in association with Wilderness Medical Associates International. This is an entry-level course designed for professionals working in significantly remote settings for days or weeks. RMB 3,950 course fee. 8am-6pm. (www.imagine-china.com)
Roundabout 10th Anniversary Charity Gala Ball, Oct 19
Adults. Roundabout’s 10th anniversary Charity Gala Ball’s focus will be to raise money for all the children they support. Gala sponsor ifeng.com will broadcast the event live on their website and on Phoenix TV. There will be an amazing raffle, silent and live auctions, and entertainment from our international community. RMB 1,100. 6pm. Hyatt Regency Wangjing. (theroundaboutball@outlook.com)
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