Dulwich College Beijing Open Days, Oct 11, Nov 4 and 11
Dulwich College Beijing (DCB) invites eligible families to tour their facilities, meet the students and staff, and learn about their award-winning education supported by four pillars: academic excellence, creative arts, competitive sports, and service to others. Prospective families. Free. Date and time varies. Registration required. Dulwich College Beijing. http://beijing.dulwich.org. 6454 9000. admissions@dulwich-beijing.cn
The Color Run Beijing, Oct 26
The Color Run promotes health, happiness and fun. Join their signature event in Beijing’s Garden Expo Park on October 13th. The event is an untimed 5km run, where runners, who start wearing white, are doused in colored powder as they run. There are two races, one at 9.30am and one at 2.30pm. All ages. RMB 208 – 498 (family kits!). 9.30am and 2.30pm. Beijing Garden Expo Park. www.247tickets.com
NBA Exhibition: Unstoppable Beijing, Now till Oct 13
All ages. Aimed at showcasing the excitement of the game and the rich history of the league, the NBA is launching its touring exhibition in Beijing. By using interactive exhibits, video, and exciting memorabilia, the multi-level experience will showcase the passion of the league, its teams and players, and will explore the many ways the NBA has evolved since its founding in 1946. All ages. RMB 90. 10am – 8pm. Yang Art Museum. www.247tickets.com
PAW Patrol: Live The Great Pirate Adventure, Oct 17 – 20
The Great Pirate Adventure! It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration. But first, Ryder and his team of pirate pups must rescue Cap’n Turbot from a mysterious cavern. When they do, they also discover a secret pirate treasure map. The PAW Patrol set out over land and sea to find the treasure for Mayor Goodway’s celebration before Mayor Humdinger finds it first! The pups will need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure, including some help from the newest pup, Tracker. Some shows are in Chinese and some are in English; each show is 90 minutes. Ages 2+. RMB 162 – 522. Times vary. Beijing Exhibition Center Theater. www.247tickets.com
Happy Valley Discount for Students, Now till Oct 13
Beijing’s Happy Valley amusement park is offering discount tickets for students. Enjoy all the rides and thrills at a reduced cost! Rollercoasters, water rides, shows, and food can all be found at Happy Valley. Students. RMB 89. All day. Happy Valley, Beijing.
2019 Beijing Pizza Festival!, Oct 19-20
Over 1,500 years ago, there ruled one of the largest empires in the world: the mighty Roman Empire. As a civilization, the Romans proved themselves to be untouchable, accomplishing feats in almost every facet of society – language, religion, technology, art, literature, architecture, and engineering – and irrevocably altering the path of mankind. Then came the pizza. As Julius Caesar famously uttered upon emerging victorious from the Battle of Zela in 47 BC, “Veni, Vidi, Vici” – I came, I saw, I conquered. Our motto? “Veni, Vidi, Edi” – I came, I saw, I ate. The 2019 Beijing Pizza Festival will be one to go down in history. All ages. RMB 20 – 60. 11am – 8pm. Galaxy SOHO. www.thebeijinger.com
3e Tea Talk: Listen Smart, Talk Smart: Become a Master Communicator, Oct 15
This 3e International School workshop helps adults learn practical tips and principles to Listen Smart and Talk Smart and get others to listen to you. Find out the hidden secrets to help you maneuver through interpersonal communication within your family (parents, spouses, children) and professionally and become a master communicator. Adults. Free. 9am – 10.30am. 3e International School. Registration required. www.3einternationalschool.org. community@3einternationalschool.org
Der Elefantenpups: Ein Tierischer Geheimplan, Oct 23
In this theater production a new animal joins the zoo: a young panda named Mei Yue. She suffers from intense homesickness and would do anything to return home to China. The zoo animals hatch a secret plan to cheer Mei Yue up. Come to the show to see what happens next! Ages 2+. Chinese. RMB 120 – 480. 10.30am and 3.30pm. Art Center of the National Library. www.247tickets.com
BSB Shunyi Open Day, Oct 23
The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi) invites prospective parents to see the school in action. Visit the Early Years, Primary, German Primary and Secondary classrooms to see teaching and learning taking place. Talk to the teachers about the enhanced English National Curriculum and IB Diploma Program. BSB Shunyi benefits from collaborations with some world-renowned organizations including MIT, The Juilliard School and UNICEF. Visit the new Early Years Playground, IB Centre, Secondary Library, Sports Dome and other facilities. Open to prospective parents only. Free. 9am – 11am. BSB Shunyi. RSVP at www.bsbshunyi.com/OpenDay.
House of Knowledge Open Day at Shunyi Campus, Oct 24
House of Knowledge (HoK) invites you to come and learn about Reggio Emilia. This is the first Reggio Emilia kindergarten school in Beijing. Come to the event to learn about the Reggio Emilia approach through interactive activities, a teacher exhibition, student portfolios, classroom observations and more. Understand about how House of Knowledge’s Core Values are incorporated into daily teaching practices. Prospective families. Free. 9.30am – 11.30am. House of Knowledge International School Shunyi Campus.
French Musical: Le Rouge et le Noir – L’Opéra Rock, Oct 25-29
The internationally renowned historical psychological novel by Stendhal is being brought to the stage by L’Opéra Rock. Le Rouge et Le Noir is a story of how a provincial young man tries to rise beyond his modest upbringing through a combination of talent, hard work, and deception. But he ultimately allows his passions to betray him. With everything from love affairs to hypocrisy, this French musical is full of drama from start to finish. RMB 280 – 780. 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Beijing Century Theater. www.247tickets.com.
3e Tea Talk: Social Interaction & Self-Regulation for Kindergarten & Elementary Children, Oct 30
This 3e International School tea talk provides strategies for parents to recognize and support children with social and emotional challenges, including social interaction and self-regulation. Dr Ira Canada – 3e Learning Support Specialist and author of The Exciting, Social, & Emotional Adventures of Chatting Timmy (www.chattingtimmy.com) – will guide parents using real-life social stories to address key issues and help children through difficult times. Adults. Free. Registration needed. 9.30am – 11am. 3e International School. (community@3einternationalschool.org. www.3eInternationalschool.org.)
Camping | See Sunset and Sunrise from the great Wall, Every weekend through Oct 20
Spend two days on the Great Wall, experience the Great Wall at sunset and sunrise, and camp overnight at a Great Wall tower. This camping experience is organized by Cultural Exchange Trips (CET) who will provide camping equipment, transportation, and guides (an English speaking guide and local guide). The hiking portion is relatively easy but there are some steep sections. Please contact CET for more information, and to find out if this trip is right for you and your family. Age varies on ability. RMB 365 (Discounts are available for groups). Needs registration. Cultural Exchange Trips. (Jon 185 1420 3469 / Jane: 155 1030 7192).
Electric Bicycle Tour of Old Beijing, Every Wednesday and Sunday
Interested in seeing Beijing from a different view? Join Belectric on a tour of Old Beijing on an ebike. Tour through Old Beijing hutongs while stopping at famous landmarks like the Lama Temple, Drum Tower, Confucius Temple, Houhai Lake, and the Forbidden City. At each place your guide will share stories on the history and lore. RMB 400. 1pm – 4pm. Culture Yard. www.belectricbeijing.com.
Photography Intensive Workshops, Oct 9, 12, 15, 22, and 30
Local photographer, Priss Baxter, is offering intensive workshops for aspiring photographers. These courses are offered on multiple dates and at a couple different locations. Each class focuses on different techniques such as product shots, travel, basics, and light and portrait. All ages. RMB 750. 10am – 1pm. (131 2470 7430. Wechat: prissbaxter. (www.prisscilabaxter.com.)
Beijing Guild, Every Tuesday and Thursday
The Beijing Guild hosts weekly sessions for all sorts of fiber crafts and any other craft you are into. Join them for knitting, crocheting, embroidery, and more. Meet new friends, exchange ideas, share projects, get help, or be inspired by the dedicated artists who attend this event. The guild meets on Tuesday afternoons and Thursday evenings, check the website for any changes and for locations. Free. Time and location varies. (knit@beijingguild.com www.beijingguild.com)
Kayaking On The Most Beautiful River, Every Sunday till Nov 18
Kayak down a beautiful river at Kayak Scenic Area on a Cultural Exchange Trip (CET). Spend the morning learning to kayak, go kayaking, have a nice lunch, followed by an afternoon of raft swimming and racing. Price includes round-trip bus, English speaking guide, and insurance fee. It does not include kayak fee (RMB 130) or raft swimming fee (RMB 30). There are three meeting points for pick up throughout Beijing. Based on ability. RMB 75. 7am – all day. Fangshan district. Sunny (155 1030 7172 English & Mandarin).
New Street Dance Term at WAB, Every Wednesday, Thursday, and Weekends
Sunshine Studios provides street dance classes where children and adults can learn from one of the biggest dance studios in Europe. Classes are available for a wide range of ages and skill level, including adults. Classes are led by professionals who have danced with stars like Justin Bieber, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and more. All ages. TBA. Western Academy of Beijing. (enquiries@sunshine-studios.co.uk.
www.sunshine-studios.co.uk).
Mental Health Peer Support Group, Bi-Weekly
There are many things that can be challenging in life: moving to a new country, going through a breakup, job loss, living with mental illness, or just the difficulties of living in this fast-paced modern life. Allow this bi-weekly mental health peer group to help you out. There is no reason to suffer alone when you can choose to join up with others and let the power of group therapy heal you. This project provided by CandleX, an NGO in Beijing focuses on mental health by raising awareness on depression. This is a continuing effort to provide more support to the Beijing English speaking community. Adults. 50 RMB. Meets every second and third Tuesday of each month. 7:30pm. U-Town Shopping Center. (www.candlex.cn).
This article appeared in the beijingkids October 2019 Best Friends Fur-ever issue
