Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Dec 10-15
We take a break after a fun-filled, and perhaps slightly askew, weekend, putting down our drinks to take a more productive look at the days ahead in Beijing. Here is our top pick of this week's Events That Won't Leave You Hungover...
Tuesday, Dec 10
Global Shapers Presents: Sustainability Now!
Think the world’s a mess? You're quite possibly right but at least some people have the sense to do something about it – join them on Tuesday evening for a discussion on how we, the people can have a positive impact on climate change via sustainable practices and habits. The event will feature speakers Elsa Tang, zero-waste activist; Chang Tianle, founder of Beijing Farmers' Market; and Jian Yi, independent filmmaker and food activist. RMB 80. 7.30-9.30pm. The Opposite House
Wednesday, Dec 11
BIS Julliard Concert and Winter Reception
Tianjin's newly minted Julliard School is in the process of training its first graduating class of talented musicians, readying them to unleash their skills onto the world. Join them as they play four pieces by modern composers, including the Overture on Zhejiang Folksongs by Niccolo Athens commissioned by the Tianjin Julliard Ensemble. RMB 60 (valid ID required). 7.30pm. Resident of the USA Ambassador
Thursday, Dec 12
Improv Writing: Crime
Join this enthusiastic group of young writers for their latest foray into improv writing. The premise is simple: the meet-up starts with a prompt (this time "crime"), which is then used to inspire the yarn for the following hour. First-time writers are more than welcome to join in on the "creative, flexible, and supportive environment." If you want to present or continue something you're already working on, that too is fine. Free. 8-10pm. Camera Stylo
Friday, Dec 13
Stories in Light and Shadow: 20th Century Photography
Take a look at some of China's lost sights at NAMOC's latest, short-run exhibition titled Stories in Light and Shadow. The more than 200 works by 100 Chinese 20th-century photographers are drawn from the 2,000-piece private collection of historian and researcher Huang Jianpeng. Free (valid ID required). Until Dec 15, 9am-5pm. National Art Museum of China (NAMOC)
Saturday, Dec 14
The Hutong Winter Fayre
The perfect panacea for all our winter ailments, this beloved annual fayre sees shoppers huddle together on The Hutong's terrace sipping on steaming cups of spiced wine while browsing some of the finest goods from local sellers in preparation for the gift-giving ahead. Read our full run-down on what to expect here. Free. 11am-4pm. The Hutong
Sunday, Dec 15
Starting the New Year With a Healthy Mind and Body
While the holidays are meant to be a time for cheer and fun, they can often be quite the opposite given the pressures to provide and the strains that come with family dynamics. Luckily, several of Beijing's fitness, nutrition, and mental health experts come together on Sunday for top tips on starting the new year (and new decade) with a healthy mind and body. Speakers include Yvonne Yu from Tribe, Xiaojie Qin of CandleX, Ashish of WeYoga, and Helena Javitte of BARE. RMB 70. 5-9pm. U-Commune Working Space
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Images: Logan Lambert (via Unsplash), courtesy of the organizers
