Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, May 21-27
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.
Monday, May 21
Blues Dance Party
Get down to the Bricks on Monday evenings for their weekly blues dance class for beginners. Starting 8.30pm, attendees will cut the rug courtesy of instruction by Annie Luo before venturing out by themselves as part of a swing social dance party for the rest of the evening. RMB 30. 8.30pm-midnight. The Bricks
Tuesday, May 22
Constantly Connected: Is Your Internet Use an Addiction or Society’s New Norm?
This talk, hosted by Dr. Joseph Monroe, will explore the issue of Internet addiction and "at what point Internet use transitions from normal to pathologic." Given our growing reliance on computers and an increasing number of cases of Internet addiction in China, our lives offline are slowly being subsumed by our avatars online. RMB 80, RMB 20 (students). 6.30-8.30pm. Yale Center Beijing
Wednesday, May 23
Free Taichi Class
Taichi is one of the most popular styles of kung fu in China and is practiced by many for its relaxing and positive influence on the mind and body. Head to BICC on Wednesday for a free lesson, including instruction from a kung fu master. Free. 2.20-3.30pm. BICC-Chinese School
Thursday, May 24
"The True Cost" Documentary Screening: Who Really Pays The Price for Our Clothing?
The Beijing Clothing Auction Network, Live With Less, and The Bulk House team up to host a screening of The True Cost, a documentary about the price of our clothing to society and the people who make them. "Filmed in countries all over the world, from the brightest runways to the darkest slums, and featuring interviews with the worlds leading influencers including Stella McCartney, Livia Firth, and Vandana Shiva, The True Cost is an unprecedented project that invites us on an eye-opening journey around the world and into the lives of the many people and places behind our clothes." RMB 60, RMB 40 (advance) (includes a free drink). 7-9.30pm. The Bookworm
Friday, May 25
Exhibition at Wudaoying Hutong: Reflection of Cats
What could be nicer than to usher in the weekend with an exhibition totally dedicated to cats? Jiu Mao's artworks (also pictured at top) look to shine a light on the relationship between humans and cats as well as the unique personalities of our favored felines. Free. Daily 1-8pm. Wudaoying Drawing Room
Saturday, May 26
Rumble in the Jumble
Rumble in the Jumble returns for its monthly event, this time with a special "guilty pleasures" theme at Modernista. Head over to Baochao Hutong for a day of crafts, art, food, and drinks from some of Beijing's best artisans and creatives as well a chance to win a reduced-price tattoo. Free. Midday-6pm. Modernista
Sunday, May 27
Advanced Inversions: A Workshop with David Lynch
You've done it, you've made it to the end of the week! In order to celebrate your lack of hangover on Sunday, head to Yoga Yard for an advanced workshop on inversions from instructor David Lynch (not that David Lynch). The class will help you overcome your fear of supporting yourself upside-down and teach you how to "use your hands and arms as a stabilizing force and a moving symmetry to keep your body safe and secure." RMB 450. 1-4pm. Yoga Yard
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Images courtesy of the organizers, thefix.com
