The Bookworm 10th Anniversary: Eight Days of Events Fit for Bibliophiles, Sep 19-26
Our favorite bookstore/restaurant/events space and more is celebrating its 10th birthday this month, with celebrations commencing on Saturday, September 19. The Bookworm has organized a little something for everybody; think flea market, game show, book talk, a journalism discussion, community gatherings, a whisky tasting, a keynote address, and finally, a live music party on the final day, September 26.
Here’s a rundown of all the events taking place (all at The Bookworm):
Saturday, Sep 19
12pm: Beijing Flea Market. Free to browse
8pm: China 10 Game Show, hosted by Kaiser Kuo. RMB 50, RMB 40 (members)
Sunday, Sep 20
12pm: Book sale, prices as low as RMB 5. Free
8pm: Bookworm Comedy Night headlined by Wil Sylvince. RMB 180, RMB 150 (advance)
Monday, Sep 21
7.30pm: Book Talk with James Bradley (Flags of our Fathers, The China Mirage). RMB 50, RMB 40 (members)
Tuesday, Sep 22
7pm: Community Poetry, a showcase of poets in Beijing. Free to browse
8pm: Storytelling, China 10 theme. Free
Wednesday, Sep 23
7.30pm: Live recording of the Sinica, hosted by Kaiser Kuo and David Moser. RMB 50, RMB 40 (members)
Thursday, Sep 24
7.30pm: China Journalism Panel, with reporters who have over 10 years of China experience. RMB 50, RMB 40 (members)
Friday, Sep 25
7pm: Whisky tasting (by reservation only, email anthony@beijingbookworm.com). Prices depend on your whisky selection
8pm: Keynote address, Chinese authors on expression and literature in China. RMB 50, RMB 40 (members)
Saturday, Sep 26
9pm: Party with drinks and live music. Free entry
Buy tickets online via The Bookworm's website (click on the prices), or at the store. You can also book them by emailing order@beijingbookworm.com.
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