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Indian cooking classes by Sarika, Jan 21
In this Indian cooking class, you will learn how to make authentic paneer, white paste, green paste, and brown gravy which are the main ingredients for making curries at home. Seats are limited, and second time joiners will get 10 percent discount. Adults. RMB 350 (per class), RMB 900 (three classes). 10am-noon. Shiqiaoguomao Tower. 16B Dongshanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District.朝阳区东三环中路乙16号。(Wechat: Sarikadhami)
2019 Chunjie Holiday Camps at Atelier, Jan 21-Feb 22
Atelier is organizing another series of Chunjie holiday camps for children aged 6 and above. Travel through time on a five-week journey to discover the greatness of ancient civilizations in Egypt, Greece, Mexico, and Scandinavia, learning about their arts and cultures. Age 6+. RMB 2,000 (ages 6-7), RMB 4,500 (ages 8+). 9.30 am-1.30 pm. Atelier Sanlitun Campus: Rm 502, Unit 1, Bldg 8A, Julong Garden, 68 Xinzhongjie, Dongcheng District.北京市东城区新中街68号聚龙花园8A楼一单元502室. (132 4018 4908). Atelier Shunyi Campus: Rm 204-205, Bldg 2, Central Park, 16 Yufeng Lu, Shunyi District.北京市顺义区裕丰路16号院会展誉景2号楼204-205（商铺A入口2楼）(151 1009 8260)
Chinese Calligraphy Winter Camps, Jan 21
These courses are suitable for beginners, and include writing posture, sitting posture, and structure explanations. The camps are divided into four sessions: Jan 21-25, Jan 28-Feb 1, Feb 11-15, and Feb 18-22. Ages 6-12. RMB 1,000 per session for members, RMB 1,200 per session for non-members. 9.30am-noon. TIE Family Club. Rm 102, Unit 1, Bldg 9, Yard 2, Guomeidiyicheng, Qingnianlu, Chaoyang District.
Yoga Flow One-Month Program at Casa Flamenco, Jan 22
Reluctant to make a long-term commitment, but need something more solid than drop-in classes? Check out this Tuesday-Thursday one month Yoga Flow Programme at Casa Flamenco, and relax your mind and body. The program runs until January 31. Adults. RMB 1,200. 5.15-6.15pm. Casa Flamenco. 11-1-14, 9 Jianwai Dajie, Qijiayuan Diplomatic Residence Compound, Chaoyang District.朝阳区建外大街9号，齐家园外交公寓11-1-14 (139 1091 4251)
Vinyasa Yoga at W Prime, Jan 22
Vinyasa Yoga instructor Ashley is holding four group of classes to heat up your body this winter. It’s also free for first-timers. You can scan the QR code for more information. Adults. RMB 120 per class, free for first-timers. 7.30 -8.45 pm. Beijing Four Seasons Hotel. 48 Liangma Qiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路48号. (5695 8888)
YCIS Beijing Early Childhood Education Information Session, Jan 22
YCIS Beijing Early Childhood Education is holding an Information Session on January 22. The information session will include a tour of ECE and presentations from their academic team, including bilingual play-based and community model learning. All ages. Free but RSVP needed (sign up here). 9-11am. Yew Chung International School of Beijing Early Childhood Education. Honglingjin Park, 5 Houbalizhuang, Chaoyang District 北京市朝阳区后八里庄5号. (8585 1836, enquiry@bj.ycef.com)
BSB Shunyi Open Day (Primary and Secondary) – Jan 2019, Jan 24
The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi is holding their first Open Day of 2019. Prospective parents are welcome to visit the school’s Primary, German Primary, and Secondary classrooms to see the classrooms in action and experience the school environment. Visitors will have a chance to talk to teachers and learn about second language acquisition, drawing, and IB Diploma classes. This event is only open to expats with foreign passports. Adults. Free but registration is needed (sign up here). 9-11am. The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi. 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District. (8047 3558, admissions@bsbshunyi.com).
Become Positive Discipline Certified Workshop, Jan 26
Jill Stanhope, a teacher specializing in early childhood social and emotional learning, is holding a workshop for educators where they can learn how to teach parents the concept of positive discipline. This is an English-language training session, and the tuition fee covers all materials and lunch. Adults. RMB 3,500. 8.30am-4.30pm. Daystar Academy. (WeChat ID: Marjo_70, 152 1032 7189)
Chinese New Year Dumpling Making Class, Jan 26
Nothing brings the family together like preparing a special meal or dish! This event is the perfect chance to get creative or create a new family tradition. Much like how gingerbread houses are a signature dessert for families at Christmas, dumplings are what we all love to make during Chinese New Year. This January, join Domain for a colorful Chinese dumpling-making class and share in this festive tradition. For more information or to register for the class, visit this page. All ages. RMB 168. From 2pm. Domain.
A Clear Vision Workshop at Planet Choco, Jan 26
Create a clear vision for your life in 2019 with life coach Caneisha Berry, who will teach you how to design the future you desire. What you will gain from this workshop is finding a connection between your emotions and your dreams, how to identify the five life zones for creating success, and creating a vision board. Adults. RMB 350 (includes workbook and materials), RMB 300 (before 19th January). 1-4pm. Planet Choco. Rm 1725, 2F, Jianwai SOHO, 39 Dongshanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区东三环中路39号建外SOHO 2层1725室。（131 2658 8142）
Chinese New Year Cuisine, Jan 26
Get ready for the year of the Pig, Hutong-style! The Hutong is providing traditional delights of Spring Festival such as braised chicken with mushrooms, four happiness meatballs, and steamed fish with ginger for the coming Chinese New Year. All ages. RMB 300. 10.30 am – 1pm. The Hutong. RSVP needed (sign up here). 1 Jiudaowan Zhongxiang Hutong, Dongcheng District. 东城区九道湾中巷胡同1号.（ 6404 3355）
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