Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Oct 15-21
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.
Tuesday, Oct 16
INN Sanlitun Coffee Morning
International Newcomers Network meet for their monthly Sanlitun coffee morning on Tuesday at The Bookworm. A way to meet other expats in the city, you don't have to be new to Beijing to join. Simple roll up and meet likeminded people wanting to get the most out of this awesome, yet sometimes overwhelming city. Free. 10am-noon. The Bookworm
Wednesday, Oct 17
How to Live a Zero Waste Lifestyle
The convenience of Beijing often comes at a cost and as great as it is to get every single thing delivered to you within an hour, the environment is the one that is often suffering the most. The zero waste movement hopes to highlight this and then provide practical ways that we can reduce our consumption and use of plastic and other detrimental materials. To get a primer on what steps you can take to protect the environment, head to this talk by Carrie and Joe, the founders of The Bulk House, the first zero-waste store in mainland China. RMB 20. 6.30-8.30pm. German Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, Oct 18
Beijing Women's Network Monthly Spotlight Dinner
Join the Beijing Women's Network for the latest of their monthly spotlight dinners. This time around, the event will be hosted by Victoria Wilk, director of regulatory affairs Boeing China, who will share how her degree as a trained engineer led her to work at one of the largest plane manufacturers in the world. By describing her own career path, she hopes to provide attendees with ways to handle their own massive transitions, both personally and professionally. RMB 70 (women only). 7-9pm. In and Out
Friday, Oct 19
Kombucha DIY Workshop
Do something a little different than stuff your gut with beer this Friday evening and instead head to this step-by-step guide on how to make kombucha at home. The fine folks behind Papp's Tea will walk you through what exactly kombucha is, why it’s good for you, and the tools and ingredients needed to make your batches at home. Best yet, you won't need to buy the materials necessary as they're all included in this workshop. Can't make Friday? There's also a workshop on Saturday, 3.30-5pm. RMB 299. 7.30-9pm. Naked Hub
Saturday, Oct 20
Chinese Corner
Struggling to get your Chinese off the ground and need somewhere fun to practice? Every Saturday, MandarinPro organize this Chinese corner free of charge for anyone interested in practicing their language skills and meet fellow students. This week's topic will tackle numbers in a Chinese context, including the slang and hidden meanings behind numerals in everything from shopping and dreams to day to day. Free. 2-4pm. Dongzhimen
Sunday, Oct 21
Tiananmen and the Making of Modern Beijing: A Walk and Discussion
Kick back and take a leisurely Sunday stroll this weekend all the while stuffing you noggin with fun facts about how modern Beijing came to be. The walk will weave through the Beijing Urban Planning Hall before taking to the streets toward Tiananmen coupled with a discussion on the events which have made the square famous around the world, and the ongoing evolution of Beijing from imperial capital to a modern megalopolis. RMB 200, RMB 160 (members). 2-4pm. Beijing Planning Exhibition Hall
Find nearly absolutely every event under the gray Beijing sun right via our events page here.
Images: nationalgeographic.com, pbslearningmedia.org, courtesy of the organizers
