Enjoy the Best Family Events Before the Halloween Craze

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Halloween is almost upon us, but there is still plenty of time to enjoy some non-spooky events happening this week and next week here in the capital:

Postnatal Yoga

Taozi Tree Yoga

A specially designed class for new moms at Taozi Tree Yoga is starting Oct 11 and will be taking place every Wednesday from 2pm to 3.15pm. To sign up for the classes, scan the QR code on the poster.

Where: Taozi Tree Yoga studio, Rm 306, 3/F, Bldg D, Jinxiuyuan, 3 Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District

When: Every Wednesday starting from Oct 11, 2pm-3.15pm

Price: RMB 1,080/6 weeks; RMB 200/one-time drop-in or pass for two Taozi Classes

If you’re a parent of a little one aged 0-18 months, you’re welcome to join a play date at BSB Shunyi where you get to meet other expat parents and their babies, play with age-appropriate toys, sing, create art, and enjoy your time. If you prefer their Sanlitun Campus, the group is open for children 0-3 years old, and they also host a dance class and book club. RSVP required. 

Please scan the QR code in the poster to sign up as space is limited.

Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District; The British School of Beijing (BSB) Sanlitun, 7 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District

When: Oct 13, 20, 27 from 9.30am to 10.30am (Shunyi); Every Wednesday starting Oct 18 from 9am to 10.30am (Sanlitun), Every Friday starting Nov 3 from 9am to 9.30am (Dance group), Every Monday from Oct 16 (Book club)

Price: Free

CISB Open House

Canadian International School of Beijing

Join the open day at CISB on Oct 13 and have the opportunity to meet the school's dedicated leadership team. You will also have the chance to witness the innovative and contemporary teaching methods used by their experienced faculty. 

Sign up by scanning the QR code below:

Where: 38 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District

When: Oct 13, 9.45am

Price: Free

Community Fall Fair

AISB-Hope International

The annual Fall Fair at AISB-Hope International takes place this Saturday, Oct 14! Invite your family and friends to enjoy musical performances by the students, delicious food and drink, as well as games and more. No pre-registration is necessary so just show up on the day ready for the fun!

Where: AISB Campus, Chaoyang Farm No.4 Courtyard Dayu Building 5, Chaoyang district

When: Oct 14, 10am - 2pm

Price: Free

Central Park Open Day

The Children’s House

As one of the Montessori schools to have been established in Beijing, The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten has a deep understanding and experience of how to bring a first-class Montessori education. Since 1992, they have strived to provide children with the education, freedom, and guidance they need to establish strong academic foundations for successful learning. Scan the QR code on the poster to register for the Open Day.

Where: Rm 103, Bldg 8, 6 Chaowai Street, Chaoyang District (Central Park)

When: Oct 14 and 28, 9.30-11am

Price: Free

Pumpkin Floral Class

Studio Flowers

Studio Flowers will be hosting its bestseller floral class on Oct 15. This family-friendly event includes flowers, basic floral composition theory, and one drink. Option for private classes is also available in October. Scan the QR code to book your spot.

Where: Gongti area

When: Oct 15, 11.30am-1pm

Price: RMB 398/adult; RMB 488/adult + kid; register with a friend and get 10 percent off for both of you

Wreath Halloween Autumn Class

Art class for kids

Let your kids get into the spirit of Halloween and make some new friends at this week’s art class at East Gate Plaza. The children will get to make their own Halloween door decorations. The class is suitable for kids 6 and up. Please add Maria to sign up.

Where: East Gate Plaza

When: Oct 15, 10am-noon

Price: RMB 220

YCIS Beijing Open Day

Yew Chung International School

If you’re not yet a part of the YCIS community and would like to know more about our school, we welcome you to our open day for prospective families on Oct 17.

- Meet the co-principals and academic leadership team
- Participate in the college fair
- One-on-one advice from the admissions experts
- Participate in interactive information sessions
- Talk to current students
- Explore the campus and tour the facilities

Where: YCIS Beijing, Honglingjin Park, 5 Houbalizhuang, Chaoyang District

When: Oct 17, 9.30am-noon

Price: Free

ISB Open House

International School of Beijing

ISB is holding an open house on Wed, Oct 18. Families looking for a world-class education for their children in Beijing should join this event on campus to find out how ISB uses its resources to provide challenging and joyful learning and empower students to purpose and compassion. Get a guided tour of the facilities, talk with the leadership team and highly qualified faculty, and meet some of the students who are benefiting from the vibrant ISB experience. Refreshments will be provided.

Where: BIBA Campus, 1 Yumin Road, Houshayu, Shunyi

When: Oct 18, 9am-noon Middle and High School, 12.30-2:30pm Early Years and Elementary School

Price: Free

YCIS Community Impact Fair

YCIS Beijing

This event is dedicated to promoting service learning, community engagement, and personal growth. YCIS nurtures well-rounded individuals who not only strive for academic excellence but are also responsible global citizens. Their commitment to this cause is equally reflected in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program through the Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) component, which encourages students to take action and make a positive impact within their communities and beyond. The Community Impact Fair aims at inspiring and motivating all levels of Secondary students to get actively involved by joining the passion projects of their peers, building bridges with local charity organizations or becoming community project leaders themselves.

The event is open to everyone. If you're not a part of the YCIS community yet, please contact the school first to apply for a school pass to attend. 

Where: YCIS Beijing, Honglingjin Park, No. 5 Houbalizhuang

When: Oct 18 from 11-12.40pm

Price: Free

Parent Workshops

House of Knowledge

Grab a valuable chance to meet Mr. Farshad Danicek, the school founder of House of Knowledge and language expert in Early Years for over 30 years. Gain lots of practical and beneficial advice to better support your child’s holistic development. Sign up for the workshops today and take part in a variety of hands-on activities! Scan the QR code below to sign up for one or more of the workshops.

Where: House of Knowledge, 15 Chaoyang Park Xilu

When:

Language Learning Workshop - Oct 19, 6-7.30pm

Reggio Emilia Workshop: Part 1 Seminar - Oct 26, 6 - 7.30pm

Reggio Emilia Workshop Part 2: "Lights and Shadows" project unit workshop - Nov 11. 9:30-11:30am

Boundaries Workshop - Nov 2, 6pm - 7:30pm

Price: RMB 200/ Reggio Emilia Workshops 1 and 2 (money will be donated to charity); the other two workshops are free

BIBA Campus Tour

Beijing International Bilingual Academy

Beijing International Bilingual Academy (BIBA) will be organizing campus tours on Sep 26, Oct 10 and 26. It comprises the Early Childhood Center, kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high schools so if you're looking for a school for your child, make sure to book a tour by scanning the QR code on the poster.

Where: BIBA Campus, 1 Yumin Road, Houshayu, Shunyi

When: Oct 26, 9:30am

Price: Free

School Tours

Dulwich College Beijing

Dulwich College Beijing has resumed its weekly school tours and will be accepting prospecting families every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Tuesdays are reserved for DUCKS tours (3-6 year olds), and Wednesdays for Juniors and Seniors (ages 7-16), while on Thursdays you can book a tour if your family is English-speaking (mixed age group). Tours start at 9.30am and they are an opportunity to explore the facilities, experience the vibrant, inclusive atmosphere of the Dulwich community, and have all your questions answered.

To book a tour, scan the QR code:

Where: Dulwich College Beijing, Legend Garden Villas, 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District

When: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Price: Free

Don't forget about this ongoing family-friendly exhibition!

Bricktionary exhibition

Solana Mall

The traveling exhibition "The Bricktionary" by certified LEGO® Professional Ryan McNaught, better known as the brickman, comes to Beijing all the way from Queensland's Gold Coast and Melbourne in Victoria, Australia, to China. Themed on the English alphabet, the exhibition sees LEGO versions of the 26 letters from A to Z. Other noteworthy landmark LEGO creations include a 4-meter-tall spacecraft, a 3.6-meter-tall ecological tree, not to mention a towering Shanghai Tower that measures over 3m tall!

Kids can also get their build on with the four interactive building zones, such as the "Brick Portal" that projects completed works onto the wall, and an exclusive Beijing mosaic assembly station, designed by McNaught for this first-ever exhibition in China. You can buy tickets onsite at Solana or search "Ryan McNaught" or "Lego" on Dianping to purchase tickets.

Where: Solana Mall, level 2 Kids Section

When: Until Oct 31

Price: Tickets from RMB128

Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers

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