Events Watch: Beijing's Best Weekday Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Dec 5-8
Our Events Watch series aims to highlight events 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, December 5
Mini North Korean Film Festival
The Bookworm and Koryo Tours present this mini North Korean Film Festival, spanning two weeks and five movies discussing travel in the Hermit Kingdom, propaganda, as well as Dennis Rodman's controversial visit. After the movies, there'll be Q&A sessions with a representative from Koryo Tours. The other films are scheduled for December 9 and 14. RMB 200 (all movies), RMB 50 (per individual movie). 7.30pm. The Bookworm
Tuesday, December 6
Build a Killer Pitch Workshop
Not sure if you know how to present your start-up? Get to this workshop in 798 to learn a little theory and get a whole lot of practice. RSVP at reina@thumbaccelerator.com. Free. 7-10pm. 798 Space
Social Networking Evening
An all-industries all-professions event designed to help people make friends and contacts from outside their standard work-based circle of friends and clients. Expect a mix of expats and Chinese professionals, and the entrance includes a welcome drink to get you going. Scan QR code to RSVP. RMB 125 (door), RMB 110 (advance). 7.30pm. Godfather's
Black X
This event asks: "Can Africans, Black Americans (North and South Americans), Black Caribbeans, and Black Asians co-exist in China?" with speakers from across different industries. RMB 200 (door), RMB 150 (advance). 7pm. Qiming International Building A
Wednesday, December 7
Disablity, Gender, and Sexuality Film Salon: 2016 International Day of Persons with Disabilities Event
To celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities, three organizations (Handicap International, Beijing Gender Health Education Institute, and the Italian Institute of Culture) present the 2016 Disability, Gender, and Sexuality Film Salon. Screening of the documentary He + He will be followed by a discussion with several representatives from the disability and sexuality fields. Free (ID required at the entrance). 7-9.30pm. Italian Institute of Culture
Thursday, December 8
Basically Beethoven: Christmas Edition
The Bookworm hosts Beijing's only classical music open-mic night – this month, with a festive twist. Join in with carol singing, sample The Bookworm's seasonal treats (mince pies and mulled wine!), or simply bask in the glory of some of Beijing's best international classical musicians. Come in from the cold and warm yourself with some musical Christmas cheer. Free. 7.30pm. The Bookworm
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