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Join us next week for a free Chinese class about Evolution of Chinese characters.  In this class, you will learn about the history, evolution, and formation of Chinese characters from oracle bones until now, then look at some common characters and discover how they evolved into what they are today.

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Get ready for the Write Fu activity this Tuesday morning! Gather your friend, family or colleagues.

Let's talk freely and enjoy a fun-filled morning!

WHAT: The Snake - A New Year Preview - Matthew Hu presents the visual history of the snake on the cusp of the Lunar New Year -- an in-person RASBJ event at the Courtyard Institute

WHEN: Thursday Jan. 23, 2025 from 7-8 PM Beijing Time (doors open 6.30 PM), followed by an optional (no-host) dinner at Black Sesame Kitchen

WHERE: The Courtyard Institute or "Sihe College", 28 Zhong Lao Hutong, 北京市东城区中老胡同28号

四合书院. On Didi or GPS input "Sihe College"



MORE ABOUT THE EVENT: In celebration of the Year of the Snake, this in-person talk by Matthew Hu will present the significance of the snake as a motif in Chinese culture, highlighting the snake’s place among the twelve birth signs of the traditional calendar. Showcasing an assortment of snake-themed cultural items from historical sources, the talk will consider how the snake fits in the contemporary Chinese imagination, casting light on how the reptile signals the kind of year we might anticipate in 2025.

MORE ABOUT THE SPEAKER: Matthew Hu was born and raised in Beijing. His work in the past 17 years is largely related to the preservation of built heritage as well as intangible heritage in China. He is currently serving as China Representative of The Prince’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, trustee of Beijing Cultural Heritage Protection Center (CHP), and Co-Founder of The Courtyard Institute.

Step into the world of excellence at Harrow International School Beijing Open Days, where families can explore the prestigious heritage of one of the world’s leading international schools. With a focus on academic achievement, leadership, and holistic development, Harrow Beijing provides a world-class education in a nurturing and inspiring environment.

Experience the unique blend of Chinese heritage and global education at the Dehong Beijing International Chinese School Open Day. This special event offers families the opportunity to learn how Dehong nurtures well-rounded, future-ready students through a bilingual and bicultural approach to learning.

Hello everyone! 

Join us next week for a free Chinese class about Chinese pronounciation . You will learn how Chinese is pronounced, what the four tones are and how to distinguish them, as well as how to say some basic vocabulary in Chinese.

Feel free to add us on Wechat to get the Zoom link 

Join us on Sunday, 19 January 2025, for an exclusive event in Beijing to kick off the University of Manchester's Part-time Master’s Programmes 2025 Recruitment. Designed for working professionals seeking to enhance their global competence and achieve new career heights, this event will showcase how world-class, part-time international education can transform your potential into accomplishments.

Discover details about prestigious programmes, including the Global Part-time MBA, MA Educational Leadership in Practice, and MSc Financial Management. Engage in a face-to-face dialogue with Sherry Fu, Founding Director of the UoM China Centre, and gain exclusive application guidance.

Get ready for the Chinese Corner this Thursday afternoon! Gather your friend, family or colleagues.

Let's talk freely and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon!

Step into the vibrant world of street photography with our Street Photography Workshop! Designed for photography enthusiasts, this workshop will teach you how to capture the beauty, emotion, and stories of everyday life through your lens.

Discover the art of capturing stunning moments with our Introduction to Photography Workshop! Perfect for beginners, this hands-on session will teach you the fundamentals of photography and help you take your skills to the next level.