Have you seen Avengers yet? The ratings are through the roof, but that’s not why I mentioned it. If you’ve ever wondered how it feels to be a superhero, this week is full of opportunities to swoop in and save the day.

We posted about a fellow expat named Yvan earlier this week who was recently diagnosed with leukemia and is now urgently seeking a bone marrow transplant. Unfortunately, his odds for a compatible match in Asia are very low; according to his doctor, there is a 1 in 50,000 chance of a match from non-Caucasian donors and 1 in 5,000 from Caucasian ones. His friends and family are now reaching out to the expat community to register this week (until Jun 29) as donors at Beijing International SOS. If you’re not convinced, take part in the info-session event this Sunday. Get all the details here. Just remember: You could be the one person who can save this man’s life.

Yesterday we also appealed to our readers to help out the Beijing LGBT Center, who were recently evicted from their home for the second time this year on account of being an LGBT organization. You can get the full story here. In order to keep their important social programs and activities running, they need to find a new space within the next month. Scour our Classifieds for a place that meets their qualifications, consider making a financial contribution (they’re losing thousands of renminbi in the move) or simply attend one of their upcoming events to show your support.

Greening the Beige has announced that they are launching a “Green Hall of Fame” which will pay tribute to all their generous supporters. Anyone can be added to “this distinguished list of eco-minded superheroes” (their words, not ours) by simply making a one-time contribution that will go towards this year’s annual eco-art event series in Beijing (Nov-Dec 2012). You can click here to visit GtB’s current fundraiser campaign on Indie Gogo before Tuesday, July 3. If your current financial state won’t allow for you to donate, they ask that you at least spread the word.

Oh, and Happy Dragon Boat Festival. If you’re not at work today, we suggest you mosey on over to The Hutong for their gourmet zongzi-making class. It's your last chance this year.

Now what are you waiting for? The people will be chanting “[insert name here] to the rescue!” in no time.

EVENTS (JUN 22-29):

Jun 22
Dragon Boat Festival Special: Gourmet Zongzi
Learn how to make this traditional sticky rice snack with new mouthwatering fillings. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 2.30-5pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Introduction to Tea: Oolong
Find out how to buy it, brew it and store it. RMB 70 (includes tea tasting), RMB 50 (CY students). 7-9pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Jun 23
Chinese Kitchen: Dim Sum & Tapas
Learn how to get exciting flavors in small bites. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 10.30am-1pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Dragon Boat Festival Special: Gourmet Zongzi
Learn how to make this traditional sticky rice snack with new mouthwatering fillings. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 2-4.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Full-Day Photography Workshop
Join Peter Carney for a day of shooting and editing sessions in the hutongs. SLR required. RMB 500. 10am-6pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Cooking Class: Sichuan 1
Master mala dishes and more. RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

Jun 24
Chinese Through Songs Workshop
Improve your language skills by learning popular Chinese tunes. RMB 40.  6.30pm-8pm. Culture Yard (8404 4166)

Leukemia Info-Session for Yvan
Doctors will present on the foundation's latest activities, give background information on leukemia and explain why it is so important to register as a donor. Price TBD. 3-6pm. Novotel Beijing Sanyuan

Jun 25
INN Monthly Meeting: Summer Fun
Discover amusement parks, recreation and sports centers, and ideas for day trips and weekend getaways. RMB 50 (includes coffee and pastries). 10am-midnight. The Capital Club Athletic Center (8486 2225)

Jun 26
BEEF & I Social Networking
A supportive environment to talk business. Register at info@fcgroup.org. RMB 130, RMB 90 (pre-registered). 7.30pm. Loong Bar, JW Marriott (5908 8906)

Cooking Class: Savory Beijing Snacks 
Learn to make everyone’s favorite Beijing nibbles. RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

INN Night Out!
Meet up with newcomers and long-time residents to swap stories about living in Beijing. RSVP by Jun 24 to innbeijing@hotmail.com. Free. 7-9pm. Saddle Cantina (5208 6005; see Dining directory)

Jun 27
VIVA Monthly Meeting: Nothing Is As It Seems
Teacher and author Joan Pittman presents a new paradigm for understanding China by unpacking eight common myths. RMB 250, RMB 180 (members). 6.30-9pm. The Westin Beijing Chaoyang (5922 8888)

Jun 28
Cooking Class: Back to Basics Chinese Cooking
Dive right into Chinese cooking with a few simple but tasty dishes. RMB 300. 10am-1pm. Black Sesame Kitchen (139 9147 4408)

Seasonal Mixology: Summer Special
Mix up refreshing punches and sparkling party drinks with Paul Mathew. RMB 280, RMB 220 (members). 7-9.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)

Jun 29
Chinese Kitchen: Dim Sum & Tapas
Learn how to get exciting flavors in small bites. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 10.30am-1pm.
The Hutong (6404 3355)

Global Kitchen: Vietnamese Cuisine
Try your hand at the cuisine that bears so many colonial influences. RMB 250, RMB 200 (members). 10am-12.30pm. The Hutong (6404 3355)