Our Events Watch series aims to highlight happenings that aren't focused on alcohol and drinking, but instead take a more educational or productive approach. Events include comedy, talks, networking events, markets, and dinners etc.
Monday, June 12
Startup Grind Beijing Hosts Chen Yuu and Tian Luan
Startup Grind is the latest independent startup community, actively educating, inspiring, and connecting startups internationally. This talk hosts Chen Yu, senior vice president and co-founder of YeePay, a leading e-payment service provider in China, and Tian Luan, who is in charge of several business modules including global incubation. Free (register here). 6pm onwards. B/1, Bldg 6, Innoway
Film Screening of Passionate Politics and Discussion with American Feminist Charlotte Bunch
Charlotte Bunch, founding director and senior scholar at the Center for Women's Global Leadership (CWGL) at Rutgers University, is an activist, writer, and organizer of feminist, LGBT, and human rights movements. A distinguished professor in women and gender studies, Bunch was also previously a Fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies in DC, a founder of Washington DC Women’s Liberation, and of Quest: A Feminist Quarterly.
Passionate Politics: The Life and Work of Charlotte Bunch, documents Bunch's achievements in these areas and will be on hand to talk about her past 25 years experience working in human rights and women’s rights movements.
Tuesday, June 13
Women's Fitness
Join Glo's new efficient full-body workout classes to improve your fitness, sleep, mood, and health. You'll also get the opportunity to meet other women in the Glo community, and get stronger together. Women's Fitness is part of a new series that runs every Tuesday and every Thursday and is suitable for all levels. RMB 150. 10-11am. Glo Kitchen and Fitness
Benefits and Challenges in the Process of Automation
DayDayUp and the German Chamber of Commerce cohost this roundtable on the benefits and challenges of industrial automation. Peter Mertens, from Siemens, Wang Ni, who focuses on big data analytics platforms at Neucloud, and Zhang Ji, VP at Yingbang Clad Materials Co will all share their experiences from the field. RMB 200, RMB 100 (members). 6.30-9.30pm. DayDayUp
Wednesday, June 14
Blood Drive
Be positive or be negative – but give your blood at this volunteer blood drive at the Oasis International Hospital. Donors will receive a mini first aid kit as a thank you from the hospital, as a memento to remind them that they’ve helped someone in need. Please bring your passport, and don’t take any medication that affects the blood (like aspirin) for three days prior to donating. Free. 9-11.30am. Oasis International Hospital
Thursday, June 15
This is Living: Co-Living and Lifestyle Q&A and Networking
Jointhis stimulating evening of talks, networking, and New Zealand hospitality, hosted by the Hatchery team in partnership with KEA, New Zealand’s borderless nation. Come and learn about recent trends and developments across two contrasting urban landscapes as well as the growth of co-living and the shared economy in both New Zealand and China. RMB 88 (includes food and wine). 7-9.30pm. Hatchery
The Champs Elysees Orchestra NCPA
The Champs Elysees Orchestra will appear under the direction of Philippe Herreweghe for a concert at the National Centre for Performing Arts. The Orchestra is known for its focus on music composed between approximately 1750 until the early 20th century – Haydn to Mahler. They perform on instruments from the period of the composer’s lifespan. RMB 170-545. 7.30pm onwards. NCPA
Saturday, June 17
Zen Retreat with Ms Uptown
Go on a breathtaking hike on Huanghuacheng and enjoy a French-style picnic with wine on the wall with lots of community building activities. You'll stay also includes a 90-minute yoga and silent meditation session, as well as a 75-minute body awakening yoga session. RMB 800-950. 7am onwards. Huanghuacheng Great Wall
Rembrandt and His Time: Masterpieces from The Leiden Collection
As part of its mission to stimulate a wider appreciation and understanding of 17th century Dutch art, The Leiden Collection’s first international traveling exhibition will bring a group of some seventy works to the National Museum of China, Beijing from June 17 through September 3. Free. 9am-5pm. National Art Museum of China
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