The number of cities in the world ranked more romantic than Beijing, which (beyond surprisingly!) placed fourth on Time Out's Global Dating Survey. It's a nice to have another meaningless accolade to our fair city's name but we're also finding this one very hard to believe.
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Graphic Designer Internship at True Run Media
The Graphic Designer Intern is responsible for helping with the layout and design of the company’s magazines, including the design and layout for advertisements, websites, and other company related marketing materials and promotions. The Graphic Designer Intern generally specializes in one project, but will be asked to assist with other publications/products, and may be rotated to different products as the Art Director sees fit.
Ahoy there, fellow Beijingers! We hope you're all fine and hungry because today marks the opening of voting for the Beijinger's 2015 Reader Restaurant Awards! This is your opportunity to stuff your face before placing your final votes for the best of Beijing's eateries on March 8. With just under 300 restaurants in the running for awards in over 50 categories, make sure you know what you're looking for before heading out on the town. And, just as an idea, why not couple your preliminary hunt for the best grub in town with your Valentine's Day date? I'm sure your significant other won't mind if you put in a little extra effort.
On that note, have a great week and best of luck with Saturday night as well as with finishing up any CNY plans that have so far remained unresolved. Be good, Beijing!
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Thursday, February 12
MIJI Concert Series feat. Klaus Filip
Meridian Space holds one final concert before they close up shop for CNY, inviting Austrian improvisational musician Klaus Filip to play alongside Yan Jun and Yan Yulong. Tag along to enjoy minimal, meditative, and thoughtful soundscapes ushering in the sheep. RMB 40. 8pm. Meridian Space. Read more
MAO Livehouse couples a CNY party with the fifth anniversary of 69 Cafe, featuring several rock bands that have cut their teeth on 69's stage over the past year, including the likes of Luv Plastik, Daniel Taylor, The Plum Trees, Nathan & Stefan, and The Sleep Walkers. RMB 80. 8.30pm. MAO Livehouse. Read more
Devils at the Crossroad
Rock n roll damnation returns to Temple this Friday, promising to enter your head and leave you writhing on the ground, begging for more as Devils at the Crossroad play a special one-night-only gig. Free. 10pm. Temple Bar. Read more
The Loop
Get over to Beijing’s only smoke free dance night, featuring a rotating crew of Beijing’s best DJ talents, including Eddie Lv, who continuously sets the vibe for a clean, healthy, and rad dance environment. RMB 50. 10pm. Migas. Read more
Friday the 13th Party
The guys at 4corners tempt negative spirits with an evening of vodka roulette, live music, and psychological scare tactics sure to keep your britches full. Free. 10pm. 4corners. Read more
Love it or loathe it, Valentine's Day is picking up steam in China, as proven by the bazillion events sweeping across the city on Saturday in a fog of 10 kuai roses and a sea of desperation. If you're still stuck as to what to do then take a gander and make a reservation at one our top picks for a woo-nderful evening, but be quick!
Zuckermann
Ralph Zuckermann returns to Dada with an evening of frigid techno straight from the cavernous depths of Berlin. He, along with local Zhiqi, will be doing it big with hours of swinging tech bliss. Free. 10pm. Dada. Read more
Rock Your Valentine with WHAI
If your idea of the perfect Valentine’s Day has more to do with banging experimental goth tunes than flowers and candy and all that consumer crap, then WHAI will definitely send your black heart, and pierced ears, swooning on the heels of love. Free. 10pm. Temple Bar. Read more
Pent up or tuckered out from Saturday night? Now that the weather's warming up why not escape the city for a hike on a unrestored stretch of the Great Wall? An easy ascent to the wall will warm you up and prepare you for the magnificent views of the surrounding area at the top. Must RSVP: RMB 360, RMB 325 (members). 9am. Beijing Hikers. Read more
Embrace the darkness as another year comes full circle. DJs Soundspade and Compact Dicks will be showcasing every kind of wave music known to man at this Beijing party favorite. Free. 9pm. Dada. Read more