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Learn and practice Chinese or English with native speakers worldwide.]]></description>
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      <title>Sunday’s  Survival Mandarin Schedule  at Mandarin Plus</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Never understand the waitress? Can't communicate with taxi drivers? Want to bargain in Mandarin to get reasonable price? Mandarin Plus' Survival Chinese Sundays classes cover 6 basic topics, including basic Chinese &amp; useful information for you to survive in Beijing. Survival Chinese Classes is only 100rmb per topic so the question is not “why?” but “why not?!”.

EVERY MONTH TOPICS:
1st Sunday: Let's say &quot;Hi&quot; in Mandarin
2nd Sunday: Let's talk to Taxi Driver
3rd Sunday: Let's talk to the waitress
4th Sunday: Let's go shopping in Mandarin
5th Sunday: (if any) Let's talk to Taxi Driver

WHEN: Every Sunday 4-6PM
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center
COST: 100rmb each session or 400rmb each 5 sessions.
Tel: 010-56190190
Reservation: registration@mandarin-plus.org
Add: Sanlitun SOHO B1-535 （Open Area B1 Floor under Retail 5# facing Sinking Square）
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.
See more at our website
http://mandarin-plus.org/mandarin-courses/survival-chinese/]]></description>
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      <title>HSK tailor-made course at Mandarin Plus Sanlitun SOHO</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Mandarin Plus now has tailor-made course for students who want to take the HSK test, the most authoritative Chinese Language Examination (HSK).
The course prepares students for the HSK required vocabulary and expressions, and to vastly improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing capability in Mandarin Chinese.

FEATURES:
Private tutoring course (1 on 1) suits student's need and timetable.
Professional teachers with more than 5 years of HSK teaching experience.
Exam focused on testing skills and professional mock exams.
Focus on all levels (HSK 1-6)

WHEN: Flexible timetables to suit your schedule
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center (sanlitun SOHO B1-535)
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

COST: 50 Hours: 6500RMB   
Tel: 010-56190190
Email: contact@mandarin-plus.org
WEB: www.mandarin-plus.org

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 03:48:58 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Private Business Mandarin course at Mandarin Plus sanlitun campus</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Our Business Mandarin course is designed for people who work in Beijing or cooperate with Chinese people. It allows you to learn specific terms used in the business field or any industry specific field of your choice.
By taking this course, you will:
Be able to converse in Chinese on a wide range of topics.
Understand and be understood by native Chinese speakers and know the Chinese etiquette in business
Read simple articles and written pieces.

WHEN: Flexible timetables to suit your schedule
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center (sanlitun SOHO B1-535)
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

Tel: 010-56190190
Email: contact@mandarin-plus.org
WEB: www.mandarin-plus.org

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 03:47:53 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>demostración gratuita----horario flexible en Sanlitun</title>
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      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[¿Eres empresario/a? ¿No puedes participar en un clase de grupo?
¿Estás buscando una clase particular de chino que tiene un horario muy flexible?
Ven aquí a estudiar con nosotros y obtienes progresos rápido. Para dominar el chino en todos los aspectos, vas a estudiar habilidades básicas de chino incluyendo la pronunciación, la gramática y el vocabulario.

Tiempo: depende del estudiante
Costo: desde 120CNY/hora
Sitio: El Centro de la cultura y el idioma de Mandarin Plus (Sanlitun SOHO B1-535, Área Abierta, planta B1, debajo del edificio de venta No.5)

¡Contacta con nosotros ahora para el exámen gratuito del nivel y clase de prueba!
E-mail: contact@mandarin-plus.org
Teléfono: 010-56190190

Mandarin-Plus, un centro de la cultura y el idioma del chino, ofrece una educación de buena calidad y personalizada y las oportunidades culturales únicas. Nuestros profesores experimentados van a hacer tu plan especializado de estudios. Los trabajadores acogedores siempre están preparados para ayudarte.

También tenemos otros grupos disponibles para todos los niveles. Mira la información debajo.
Mañana fresca 7:30-8:30 lunes, miércoles y viernes
Mañana intensiva 10:00-12:00 lunes, martes, miércoles, jueves y viernes
Mañana efectiva 10:00-12:00 lunes, miércoles y viernes
Noche efectiva 19:00-20:30 lunes, miércoles y viernes
Clase del fin del semana 10:00-13:00 domingo
Clase particular: flexible/ cualquier tiempo
Más información en www.mandarin-plus.org]]></description>
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      <title>Group Classes at Mandarin Plus Sanlitun SOHO (Morning/Evening)</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Come study with us for six hours a week and give your Chinese study the perfect start. 

Throughout the group classes you will learn basic Chinese skills including pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary to accelerate your comprehensive Chinese proficiency.

Schedule: 
Monday, Wednesday, Friday (3 days per week, 24hrs per month)
Morning Class:  10:00-12:00
Evening Class:  19:00-21:00


Place: Mandarin Plus Culture and Language Center (Sanlitun SOHO B1-535)
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.
Cost: 
Regular:1500RMB (or 4080RMB for a package of 3 months- instead of 4500RMB)
Level: Beginner/lower intermediate/intermediate
Contact: contact@mandarin-plus.org



Mandarin-Plus is a Chinese culture &amp; language center providing high quality and customized education together with unique cultural opportunities. Our experienced teachers will make tailor-made study plans for you and the hospitable staff will always be ready to give you a hand.
See more at www.mandarin-plus.org]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 03:38:00 -0400</pubDate>
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One can control trajectory just as easy as a blade without question, as it appears to me that the center of gravity is not buried deep in the sole of the club like most cavity backs on the market. I had no trouble getting the ball airborne, easier to work the ball with MP-64 than the [url=http://www.ukgolfsupply.com/Ping-i20-Irons-For-Sale-420.html]ping i20 irons[/url]. Mishits just off center fly just as far as a center strike, which is great for us humble amateurs.

They grip better and feels softer without altering the core. Especially in the area of turf interaction and the grinds around the heel and back of the sole are very subtle and give the [url=http://www.ukgolfsupply.com/Mizuno-MP-64-Irons-For-Sale-432.html]Mizuno MP-64 Irons[/url] some smooth lines. The lofts are essentially standard for today’s players irons so if your looking for irons that you can blast off into space and impress your playing partners because your PW is their 8 iron, this isn’t the set for you.

Flow Thickness Diamond Muscle Pad delivers optimized performance and perfect flow through the entire set. Scientifically designed to optimize sound and feel at impact utilizing Modal Analysis software and Mizuno’s Harmonic Impact Technology. The Diamond Muscle pad flows with varied cavity depths throughout the set resulting in easy to launch, controllable long irons and pin seeking scoring irons.]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 22:05:13 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Summer Camp for Kids &amp; Teenagers</title>
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      <author>Mandarin.Garden</author>
      <description><![CDATA[MandarinGarden's annual summer camp is open to junior students from all around the world. The program has been carefully designed to offer the perfect balance of education, culture and entertainment. The program offers Mandarin Chinese language tuition along with culture activities and excursions, and provides an ideal environment for the hassle-free exploration of Shanghai, For a taste of China sign up for our 2-12 weeks durations summer camp. 

*Day Camp for 6 to 16 years old 
Students study, play and take part in activities at school during the daytime, but spend time with family in the evening and at weekends. 
*Homestay Camp for 16 to 18 years old 
Study at school and live with a Chinese family 
*Family Package 
Designed for family peregrination including parents and children. Special accommodation will be arranged upon request. 

Course Features 
- Designed for 6-18 years old juniors from all over the world 
- Improve Chinese Proficiency 
- Experience Chinese life and culture 
- Spend a meaningful and amazing vacation 
- Safe environment 
- Experienced course consultant and supervisors 
- Maximum 8 students per class 
- Starting date: every Monday from June 13th to Aug 27th 
- Conditions of registration: Registration Form, Waiver, Terms &amp; Conditions, Medical Record, Homestay &amp; Residence of Agreement, Copy of Insurance Policy 
summer camp in Shanghai 

Contact 
Website:http://www.mandaringarden.org 
Free Hot line:400-600-2922 
Tel: 0086-021-52589881 
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Address: 
Changning:3/F No. 1358 West Yan'an Rd,Shanghai,China 
Pudong:1/F,Unit B,Phoenix-Mansion No.18 Huangyang Road,Shanghai,China]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 23:40:53 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Some Facts/Trivia about the English Language</title>
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      <author>Englishteacher4u</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[url=http://learn-esl.webs.com][b]Some Facts/Trivia about the English Language[/b][/url]

1. The most commonly used letter is E. 
2. The least used letter is Q. 
3. Skiing is the only word with double i. 
4. Dreamt is the only word that ends in 'mt.' 
5. There are only 4 words which end in 'dous': hazardous, horrendous, stupendous, and tremendous. 
6. 'Bookkeeper' and 'bookkeeping' are the only 2 words with three consecutive double letters. 
7. The word 'strengths' is the longest word with just one vowel. 
8. The word 'testify' derived from a time when men were required to swear on their testicles. (fr. Latin, 'testis'). 
9. The longest one-syllable words are 'scraunched' and 'strengthed.' Others say 'screeched' and 'strengths' but they only have 9 letters. 
10. All pilots on international flights identify themselves in English regardless of their country of origin. 
11. The word 'almost' is the longest with all the letters in alphabetical order. 
12. The most commonly used word in conversation is 'I'. 
13. Angry and hungry are the only words in English ending in “-gry”. 
14. “Madam, I’m Adam” may be the first palindrome with which Adam introduced himself to the new lady he found in the Garden of Eden. 
15. There are many sentences which are palindromes:
    Able was I ere I saw Elba. 
    A man, a plan, a canal, Panama 
    Red rum, Sir, is murder. 
    Live not on evil, Madam, live not on evil. 
    Was it a rat I saw? 
    Rats live on no evil star. 
    Gateman sees name tag. 
16. Defenselessness and Respectlessness Two fifteen- letter words with only one of the vowels. 
17. RHYTHMS is the longest English word without the normal vowels, a, e, i, o, u. 
18. Excluding derivatives there are only two words in English that end with -shion. They are CUSHION and FASHION. 
19. 12 words can be formed from the word “THEREIN” using consecutive letters: The, he, her, er, here, I, there, ere, rein, re, in, and herein. 
20. There is only one common word in English that has 5 vowels in a row – QUEUEING. 
21. The longest commonly used word in English with all the letters in the alphabetical order – ALMOST. 
22. “One thousand” contains the letter ‘A’. None of the words from one to nine hundred and ninety nine has an A. 
23. Two words having all the vowels in the reverse order: SUBCONTINENTAL and UNCOMPLIMENTARY. 
24. These are the only six-letter words that begin and end with same vowel and there is no other vowel in between. These are Asthma and Isthmi. 
25. The longest English word is a 45-letter word which is the name of a disease: “pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis.” 
26. A superlatively long word of 27 letters having 13 vowels It alternates consonants and vowels: HONORIFICABILITUDINITATIBUS. Some more examples are Antidisestablishmentarianism and Electrophotomicrographically. 
27. Tongue Twisters - there are many but this may be the toughest: The sixth sick Sheikh's sixth sheep’s sick. 
28. UNDERGROUND and UNDERFUND are the only words in English that begin and end with the letters “und”. 
29. Maine is the only state that has a one-syllable name. 

Got something more to add? :-D
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      <pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2013 23:02:06 -0400</pubDate>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 05:46:44 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (CCDS)</title>
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      <author>Sanela</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[b]Academic Programs &amp; International Conferences[/b]
(May– October 2013)
 
Dear Friends and Colleagues,

We are pleased to announce a number of new and exciting opportunities available in the field of Cultural Diplomacy and also wish to bring to your attention our forthcoming Academic Programs, International Conferences, and Young Leaders’ Weeklong Seminars, to be hosted by the ICD in partnership with other prestigious organizations. 
 
The information below provides further details on the opportunities and programs provided at these events. We would also be extremely grateful if this announcement could be shared with other interested parties by forwarding the information provided below. 
 
Sincerely,
 
Mark Donfried &amp; the ICD Team
Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD)
Kurfürstendamm 207-8 Berlin,Germany-10719
Phone: 00.49(0)30.2360-7680
[url=http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org]www.culturaldiplomacy.org[/url]
[url=http://info@culturaldiplomacy.org]info@culturaldiplomacy.org[/url]
 
What is Cultural Diplomacy? Click [url=http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en]HERE[/url]
 
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The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies
Forthcoming Academic Programs
(June – October, 2013)
[url=http://www.ccds-berlin.de]www.ccds-berlin.de[/url]
 
The Center for Cultural Diplomacy Studies (of the ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy) offers educational programs in partnership with other leading organizations. Educational programs include Certificate Programs, Study Abroad Programs, Distance Learning Programs (designed specifically for  governmental officials, academics, and professionals who are not able to leave their current positions), and Postgraduate Programs (for individuals pursuing careers in academia, diplomacy, government, and/or the private sector, related either wholly or in part to the field of Cultural Diplomacy).
 
The CCDS is currently accepting applications for the following programs: 
  
ICD Academy for Cultural Diplomacy: May Session  
(Berlin, May 17th - 22nd, 2013)

Distance Learning Programs in Cultural Diplomacy
(Start: June 3rd - 28th, 2013)
 
MA Program in International Relations &amp; Cultural Diplomacy 
(Start: Fall Semester - Berlin, October 2nd, 2013)
 
MA Program in International Economics &amp; Cultural Diplomacy
(Start: Fall Semester - Berlin, October 2nd, 2013)
 
Study Abroad Programs in International Relations &amp; Cultural Diplomacy  
(Start: Summer Semester - Berlin, June 17th - August 16th, 2013)
 
Certificate Programs in International Relations &amp; Cultural Diplomacy 
(Start: Summer Program - Berlin, July 1st - 31st, 2013)
(Start: Summer Program - Berlin, August 1st - 30th, 2013)
   
To apply, please click [url=http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_ccds]Here[/url]
 

*****
 
To view the full ICD Events Calendar, please click [url=http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/index.php?en_calendar]Here[/url]
 
*****
 
What is Cultural Diplomacy? Click [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcgkSkp0naY]Here[/url]]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 05:11:11 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Italy</title>
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      <author>Sanela</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[b]&quot;Italian Cultural Diplomacy &amp; North-South Relations within the EU&quot;[/b]
(Rome; June 12th – 14th, 2013) 
The Symposium is hosted by the Honorable Francesco Rutelli, President of the ICD
[url=http://www.italy-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org]www.italy-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org[/url]
 
Italy’s vast artistic and cultural heritage has allowed the country to use Cultural Diplomacy highly effectively as a foreign policy tool since its unification in the Eighteenth Century. As one of the founding member states of the European Union, Italy has typically been a key mediator in political and economic negotiations regarding integration within Europe. It has been called upon once again to take on this role during the current state of severe economic and political crises throughout the region.
 
The Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Italy will place emphasis on the ways in which the country has directly and indirectly used Cultural Diplomacy as a tool to improve its standing and relations with other countries, particularly with regard to its use of Cultural Diplomacy measures in past international negotiations, as well as the potential for its utilization in the future as a possible means of improving the financial state of the country. 
 
Particular emphasis will be placed on the ability of successful Cultural Diplomacy tactics to ameliorate relations between Northern and Southern Europe in order to overcome the current economic and political crisis, as well as on how Cultural Diplomacy could be used internally to alleviate the long-standing Italian North-South Divide.
 
Symposium Locations 
Based in Rome, the Conference will be hosted at a number of important political, historic, and cultural locations across the city, and will consist of excursions to the country's top institutions and landmarks. Featured locations during the Conference will include: the Italian Parliament, the Italian Foreign Ministry, The Dante Alighieri Society, the European Commission in Rome, the Coliseum, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican City, in addition to various foreign embassies and governmental institutions.
 
 
Symposium Participants »
Participation in the Conference is open to governmental &amp; diplomatic officials, academics, artists, journalists, civil society practitioners, private sector representatives, human rights activists, historians, young professionals, and students, as well as other individuals interested in Italy, Europe, international relations, global politics, and related fields from across the world.
 
Symposium Speakers »
Speakers during the Conference will include leading dignitaries, heads of state, ministers, politicians, diplomats, academics, authors, human rights activist, journalists, authors, and artists, as well as figures and experts from international politics, economics, the cultural sector, diplomacy, and civil society and private sector representatives from around the world. These speakers will include a large number of individuals from the ICD Advisory Board. To learn more about the ICD Advisory Board, please click [url=http://here]here[/url].
 
Speakers for the Symposium include:
•         Adele Chatfield Taylor - President and CEO, American Academy in Rome
•         Antonio Paolucci - Director, Vatican Museum; Former Minister of Culture of Italy
•         Alessandro Masi - Secretary General, Società Dante Alighieri
•         Amb. Bruno Bottai - President, Società Dante Alighieri
•         Emmanuele Emanuele - President, Fondazione Roma; President, Fondazione Mediterranea
•         The Hon. Francesco Rutell- Former Deputy Prime Minister of Italy; Former Mayor of Rome
•         Franco Frattini - Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy
•         Giovanna Melandri - President, MAXXI Museum; Former Minister of Culture of Italy
•         Giovanni Puglisi - Dean, IULM University; Italy; President, Italian Commission UNESCO
•         Maurizio Fiorilli - Deputy General Attorney, Italian State
•         Paolo Baratta - President, the International Biennale, Venezia
•         Paolo Peluffo - Secretary General, National Committee for the National Unity Celebrations]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 05:03:50 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>ICD Young Leaders’ Conferences</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250919%2C250919%23msg-250919</link>
      <author>Sanela</author>
      <description><![CDATA[[b]Forthcoming Conferences[/b]
(Berlin,Brussels, Washington D.C. &amp; New York City; June-July, 2013)
[url=http://www.icd-ylf.org]www.icd-ylf.org[/url]

The ICD Young Leaders´ Forums are international networks of like-minded young individuals with an interest in developing, supporting, and sustaining intercultural relations. Over the past decade, the ICD Young Leaders’ Forums have grown to become one of Europe’s largest independent cultural exchange organizations, hosting programs that facilitate interaction among young individuals of all cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds from across the world.

We are currently accepting applications for the following conferences:

Europe Meets China: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Berlin, June5th – 9th, 2013)
[url=http://www.icd-emc.org]www.icd-emc.org[/url]

Cultural Diplomacy in Africa: A Forum for Young Leaders  
(Berlin; June 24th – 28th, 2013)
[url=http://www.icd-africa.org]www.icd-africa.org[/url]

The USA Meets Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Washington D.C. &amp; New York City; June 24th - 28th, 2013) 
[url=http://www.icd-usame.org]www.icd-usame.org[/url]

The Europe Meets Russia: A Forum for Young Leaders
(Brussels, July1st – 5th, 2013)
[url=http://www.icd-emr.org]www.icd-emr.org[/url]

Cultural Diplomacy in Europe: A Forum for Young Leaders  
(Brussels; July3th – 7th, 2013)
[url=http://www.icd-europe.org]www.icd-europe.org[/url]

To apply, please visit 
[url=http://http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_weeklong-seminars]http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_weeklong-seminars[/url]


[b]The Europe Meets China Conference: A Forum for Young Leaders[/b] 
“The European-Chinese Cooperation: Political, Economic and Cultural Dimensions”
(Berlin, June 5th – 9th, 2013)

Seminar Agenda
Europe Meets China: A Forum for Young Leaders (EMC) is a network of students and young professionals who have an interest in exploring and strengthening the relations between Europe and China. Participants join the forum by taking part in a EMC Weeklong Seminar, following which they are encouraged to conduct their own research and organize their own activity in the field. ICD Weeklong Seminars are targeted at students and young professionals with an interest in the European-Chinese relationship.

About EMC Weeklong Seminars
Europe Meets China: A Forum for Young Leaders (EMC) is open to all individuals with an interest in exploring and strengthening the European-Chinese relationship. To join the forum you must take part in one of the EMC Weeklong Seminars, which will be held every 4-6 months. Once they have joined the EMC Forum, members are supported by the ICD in organizing leadership initiatives, conducting academic research, and are invited to join the ICD networks enabling them to share information and communicate with like-minded individuals across the world. Participation in the week-long seminar, gives each participant the chance to learn about cultural diplomacy, to get to know the ICD and receive the necessary introduction to participate successfully in the EMC Forum.

Seminar Participants 
The Europe Meets China (EMC) is open to young professionals and students with an interest in exploring and strengthening the European-Chinese relationship.

Seminar Speakers
The speakers during the conference will include leading figures and experts from international politics, academia, the diplomatic community, civil society and the private sector, from across the world. These speakers will include a number of individuals from the ICD Advisory Board.

Certificate of attendance
All participants will be awarded an official certificate of attendance upon completion of the program, which will provide details of the speakers who took part and the topics discussed. Each certificate will be authorized by members of the ICD's Advisory Board.

To apply please visit: 
[url=http://http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_weeklong-seminars]http://www.culturaldiplomacy.de/index.php?en_application-form_weeklong-seminars[/url]

For more information please visit: 
[url=http://http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/youngleadersforums/index.php?en_emc]http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/youngleadersforums/index.php?en_emc[/url]]]></description>
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      <title>The International Symposia on Cultural Diplomacy 2013</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250918%2C250918%23msg-250918</link>
      <author>Sanela</author>
      <description><![CDATA[&quot;The Potential for Cultural Diplomacy in Supporting National and International Governance&quot;
(Berlin, Bucharest, Rome, Washington D.C., New York City, Brussels, London; May-July 2013)
[url=http://www.i-s-c-d.org]www.i-s-c-d.org[/url]

The International Symposia on Cultural Diplomacy 2013 is the world's leading and largest event in the field of Cultural Diplomacy. The Symposia 2013 will include large-scale events exploring the Potential for Cultural Diplomacy in Supporting National and International Governance. The events will take place in different cities throughout the months of May - July 2013.

The following Events will take place during May - July 2013:

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Germany
“How did Berlin become a Multicultural Example? Berlin as a Case Study for Embracing German Cultural Plurality”
(Berlin; May 19th - 22nd, 2013)
[url=http://www.kulturbrücken.de]www.kulturbrücken.de[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the Levant 
&quot;Levant, Cradle of Cultural Diplomacy: Rediscovering the Mediterranean&quot;
(Bucharest; May 23rd - 25th, 2013)
[url=http://www.l-e-v-a-n-t.org]www.l-e-v-a-n-t.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy &amp; Human Rights 
&quot;Towards a Global Human Rights Culture: The Need for a Collective Alliance in the Protection &amp; Promotion of Human Rights&quot;
(Berlin; May 27th – June 1st, 2013)
[url=http://www.bhrc.de]www.bhrc.de[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the Asia Pacific 
“The Application of Cultural Diplomacy in Fostering Relations within the Asia Pacific”
Held Parallel to the Asia-Pacific Weeks Conference Berlin 2013
(Berlin; June 07th - 09th, 2013) 
[url=http://www.asia-pacific-conference.org]www.asia-pacific-conference.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Italy
&quot;Italian Cultural Diplomacy &amp; North-South Relations within the EU&quot;
(Rome; June 12th – 14th, 2013) 
[url=http://www.italy-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org]www.italy-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in Afghanistan &amp; Central Asia
“Democracy, Development, and Diplomacy in Afghanistan &amp; Central Asia” 
(Berlin; June 21st – 23rd, 2013)
[url=http://www.centralasia.org]www.centralasia.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the African Union
&quot;African Perspectives: An African Vision for Positive Developments in Africa&quot;
(Berlin; June 26th - 28th, 2013)
[url=http://www.au-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org]www.au-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the USA 
“The Use of Cultural Diplomacy by US Foreign and Defense Agencies: An Interdisciplinary Exploration of its Importance, Successful Applications, &amp; Best Practices”
(Washington D.C. &amp; New York City; June 24th - 28th, 2013)
[url=http://www.icd-international-symposium-usa.org]www.icd-international-symposium-usa.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the European Union 
“Cultural Diplomacy and the European Union: Promoting a European Identity Regionally and Globally
(Brussels; July 3rd - 5th, 2013) 
[url=http://www.eu-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org]www.eu-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org[/url]

•	Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in the UK
“Cultural Diplomacy throughout the Commonwealth of Nations: International Cooperation across Six Continents”
(London; July 10th – 12th, 2013) 
[url=http://www.uk-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org]www.uk-culturaldiplomacy-conference.org[/url]]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 04:56:47 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>App for learning Chinese language</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250909%2C250909%23msg-250909</link>
      <author>Unknown123</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I was using for some time free program Lingling for Android - Its really effective in studying Chinese. You can download for free for here:

[url=http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hepilabs.lingling.chinese]http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hepilabs.lingling.chinese[/url]


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      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 00:40:19 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Elite Mandarin Education in Shanghai</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250800%2C250800%23msg-250800</link>
      <author>Mandarin.Garden</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Mandarin Garden is a professional language centre in Shanghai specializing in Mandarin teaching to foreigners throughout the word. Here we provide affordable and high quality language programs to all nationalities. Our program prices are some of the lowest in the field with the high teaching quality guaranteed. In other words: our mission is to provide a better value.
If you have any questions, please contact us:  
Shanghai Changning Center: 
   Website:http://www.mandaringarden.org
   Address:3/F No. 1358 West Yan'an Rd,Shanghai,China
   Free Hot line:400-600-2922
   Tel:  0086-021-52589881
   Fax  :0086-021-52589959
   Skype: mandaringarden.org
   Email: winnie@mandaringarden.org]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 23:32:50 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: MSN, Skype, QQ exchange (let's share our ID)</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C96449%2C250678%23msg-250678</link>
      <author>Fonny</author>
      <description><![CDATA[hi...everyone, i come from indonesia, i speak indonesian and english.now i am learning chinese, someone who speaks chinese i do need your help to improve my chinese. but if you are not chinese speaker, it' s ok, i would like to make a new friend with everyone. just add my qq number : 1926671738]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2013 11:50:28 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: MSN, Skype, QQ exchange (let's share our ID)</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C96449%2C250628%23msg-250628</link>
      <author>Chelley99</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Hi there I am Chelle! I am an online English teacher! Please add me up qq id is 2410496301 and skype name is chelley99! Looking forward!]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
      <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C96449%2C250628%23msg-250628</guid>
      <pubDate>Sat, 04 May 2013 01:49:24 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Exellent Shanghai Chinese language School</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250598%2C250598%23msg-250598</link>
      <author>Mandarin.Garden</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Mandarin Garden in Shanghai, established in 2004, is a leading Chinese language institute that emphasizes optimal Mandarin acquisition through interactive teaching methods and enthusiasm. 
What sets us apart from the rest is the fact that we have an extensive background in HSK preparation, specialize in providing tailor made programs to suit each individual student's language learning needs as well as offer very flexible service to fit your busy schedule. 
What we can also offer: 
(1) Greatly experienced in preparation for HSK, 100% pass 
(2) Tailor-made learning plans 
(3) Affordable price, good service 
(4) Experienced, dedicated, responsible and enthusiastic teachers 
(5) Central Location with extremely convenient transportation 
(6) Relaxed and friendly atmosphere 
(7) One-on-one private courses 
(8) Flexible time 

If you are looking for a trustworthy Chinese language schoool in Shanghai, just to enter in us! 
[url=http://www.mandaringarden.org]learning Chinese[/url] 
Contact 
Website:[url=http://www.mandaringarden.org]http://www.mandaringarden.org[/url] 
Free Hot line:400-600-2922 
Tel: 0086-021-52589881 
Fax :0086-021-52589959 
Skype: mandaringarden.org 
Email: winnie@mandaringarden.org 
Address: 
Changning:3/F No. 1358 West Yan'an Rd,Shanghai,China 
Pudong:1/F,Unit B,Phoenix-Mansion No.18 Huangyang Road,Shanghai,China]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
      <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250598%2C250598%23msg-250598</guid>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 02:28:10 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Sunday’s  Survival Mandarin Schedule  at Mandarin Plus</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250555%2C250555%23msg-250555</link>
      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Never understand the waitress? Can't communicate with taxi drivers? Want to bargain in Mandarin to get reasonable price? Mandarin Plus' Survival Chinese Sundays classes cover 6 basic topics, including basic Chinese &amp; useful information for you to survive in Beijing. Survival Chinese Classes is only 100rmb per topic so the question is not “why?” but “why not?!”.

EVERY MONTH TOPICS:
1st Sunday: Let's say &quot;Hi&quot; in Mandarin
2nd Sunday: Let's talk to Taxi Driver
3rd Sunday: Let's talk to the waitress
4th Sunday: Let's go shopping in Mandarin
5th Sunday: (if any) Let's talk to Taxi Driver

WHEN: Every Sunday 4-6PM
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center
COST: 100rmb each session or 400rmb each 5 sessions.
Tel: 010-56190190
Reservation: registration@mandarin-plus.org
Add: Sanlitun SOHO B1-535 （Open Area B1 Floor under Retail 5# facing Sinking Square）
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.
See more at our website
http://mandarin-plus.org/mandarin-courses/survival-chinese/]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 04:53:14 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>demostración gratuita----horario flexible en Sanlitun</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250554%2C250554%23msg-250554</link>
      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[¿Eres empresario/a? ¿No puedes participar en un clase de grupo?
¿Estás buscando una clase particular de chino que tiene un horario muy flexible?
Ven aquí a estudiar con nosotros y obtienes progresos rápido. Para dominar el chino en todos los aspectos, vas a estudiar habilidades básicas de chino incluyendo la pronunciación, la gramática y el vocabulario.

Tiempo: depende del estudiante
Costo: desde 120CNY/hora
Sitio: El Centro de la cultura y el idioma de Mandarin Plus (Sanlitun SOHO B1-535, Área Abierta, planta B1, debajo del edificio de venta No.5)

¡Contacta con nosotros ahora para el exámen gratuito del nivel y clase de prueba!
E-mail: contact@mandarin-plus.org
Teléfono: 010-56190190

Mandarin-Plus, un centro de la cultura y el idioma del chino, ofrece una educación de buena calidad y personalizada y las oportunidades culturales únicas. Nuestros profesores experimentados van a hacer tu plan especializado de estudios. Los trabajadores acogedores siempre están preparados para ayudarte.

También tenemos otros grupos disponibles para todos los niveles. Mira la información debajo.
Mañana fresca 7:30-8:30 lunes, miércoles y viernes
Mañana intensiva 10:00-12:00 lunes, martes, miércoles, jueves y viernes
Mañana efectiva 10:00-12:00 lunes, miércoles y viernes
Noche efectiva 19:00-20:30 lunes, miércoles y viernes
Clase del fin del semana 10:00-13:00 domingo
Clase particular: flexible/ cualquier tiempo
Más información en www.mandarin-plus.org]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 04:51:46 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>HSK tailor-made course at Mandarin Plus Sanlitun SOHO</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250553%2C250553%23msg-250553</link>
      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Mandarin Plus now has tailor-made course for students who want to take the HSK test, the most authoritative Chinese Language Examination (HSK).
The course prepares students for the HSK required vocabulary and expressions, and to vastly improve their listening, speaking, reading and writing capability in Mandarin Chinese.

FEATURES:
Private tutoring course (1 on 1) suits student's need and timetable.
Professional teachers with more than 5 years of HSK teaching experience.
Exam focused on testing skills and professional mock exams.
Focus on all levels (HSK 1-6)

WHEN: Flexible timetables to suit your schedule
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center (sanlitun SOHO B1-535)
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

COST: 50 Hours: 6500RMB   
Tel: 010-56190190
Email: contact@mandarin-plus.org
WEB: www.mandarin-plus.org

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.
]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 04:50:13 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Cultural Corner - Meeting locals and expats at Mandarin Plus Sanlitun.</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C250551%2C250551%23msg-250551</link>
      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Mandarin Plus is now organizing a weekly social activity - cultural corner for people who speak Chinese or English to practice the language. Or just a way to meet new friends.  If you are looking for a language partner, if you are new or lonely in this big city. Come join us!

Time: Every Sunday 3:00-4:00pm.
Entrance: Free (Chinese speaker: 30rmb)

 You must registerby sending email to registration@mandarin-plus.org with your name, phone number and your nationality. 
 Max 10 people each time. First come first serve. We will try to keep the balance of numbers of each language speaker.

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures. Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.
See more at our website http://www.mandarin-plus.org

Tel: 010-56190190 
Add: Sanlitun SOHO B1-535 （Open Area B1 Floor under Retail 5）
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 04:46:01 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: Learn mandarin via Skype at your home</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C231902%2C250549%23msg-250549</link>
      <author>Johnwangjz</author>
      <description><![CDATA[nihao.xiexie]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
      <guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C231902%2C250549%23msg-250549</guid>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2013 04:45:31 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>learning Chinese,just call me!</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C249098%2C249098%23msg-249098</link>
      <author>Supcinc</author>
      <description><![CDATA[I am a college student from China,I am learneng English,and I want to make a friend for improving my English,if you are a Chinese learner,just contact me ,I can teach you!
My QQ is: 79505744
My email is: supcinc@gmail.com]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:12:38 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: I'm looking for friends in Jiaxing, Haiyan</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C72341%2C249046%23msg-249046</link>
      <author>Purpledaphne</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Is there any expat that's been staying in jiaxing for couple of years and know the city pretty well? We are looking for an expat and local relocation counselor to guide the city for newcomers. We might need the info within this week. Feel free to contact me if anyone knows or interested at daphne@apachina.com or 023-89887050. Thanks.]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2013 03:38:31 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: JAS China-interpreter in China</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C215019%2C248836%23msg-248836</link>
      <author>Jelenzhang</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Interpreter in China---(JAS) Jelen Accompany Services, China----- The best choice for your trip 

in CHINA! 

Thank you for your attention and wish you a wonderful trip in China! 

We are JAS---Jelen Accompany Service in China 

Our team is located in Shanghai--the most prosperous city in China which is called “The 

Oriental Paris”, and aim to provide the best service and solutions for your business or free 

travel trip inChina. We emphasize making the trip schedule exclusively for individual, which 

we believe willsatisfy you! 

We are professional and experienced interpreter/translator/business &amp; tour guide provider, 

stand by your side and on behalf of you and your company! 

All our team members are knowledgeable, reliable and enthusiastic, they can institute the 

specific planning for your tour guide/business trip, reserving the accommodations, ordering 

train/bus/plane ticket, shopping assistant, optimizing your itineraries, searching suppliers, 

goods inspection, tradefair interpreter/translator etc. 

Our services cover the following main cities: shanghai Beijing Hangzhou Ningbo Nanjing Yiwu 

Xiamen Fuzhou Quanzhou Guangzhou Shenzhen Hong Kong Guilin Kunming Chongqing Chengdu 

Sanya etc. Having a series of solutions for tour guiding and business trip, we are desirous of 

providing our customers more-individual services efficiently! 

Serviced language: 

English-speaking interpreter/translator/tour guide/ business assistant 

Spanish-speaking interpreter/translator/tour guide/business assistant 

German-speaking interpreter/translator/tour guide/business assistant 

French-speaking interpreter/translator/tour guide/business assistant 

Welcome to China 

Bienvenido a China 

Willkommen in China 

Bienvenue en Chine 

Email:jelen_826(at)hotmail.com 
zhangliang029415(at)yahoo.com.cn 
Contact Number:0086 158 6783 4310 
Website: www.interpretersinshanghai.com]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:11:31 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Re: MSN, Skype, QQ exchange (let's share our ID)</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C96449%2C248394%23msg-248394</link>
      <author>Zhenguy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[hey there, Im an american guy who loves china and its culture! Im learning chinese and would love to chat with some new friends to help improve our language study...  qq 1537336316]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:32:34 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Sunday’s  Survival Mandarin Schedule  at Mandarin Plus</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C248149%2C248149%23msg-248149</link>
      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Never understand the waitress? Can't communicate with taxi drivers? Want to bargain in Mandarin to get reasonable price? Mandarin Plus' Survival Chinese Sundays classes cover 6 basic topics, including basic Chinese &amp; useful information for you to survive in Beijing. Survival Chinese Classes is only 100rmb per topic so the question is not “why?” but “why not?!”.

EVERY MONTH TOPICS:
1st Sunday: Let's say &quot;Hi&quot; in Mandarin
2nd Sunday: Let's talk to Taxi Driver
3rd Sunday: Let's talk to the waitress
4th Sunday: Let's go shopping in Mandarin
5th Sunday: (if any) Let's talk to Taxi Driver

WHEN: Every Sunday 4-6PM
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center
COST: 100rmb each session or 400rmb each 5 sessions.
Tel: 010-56190190
Reservation: registration@mandarin-plus.org
Add: Sanlitun SOHO B1-535 （Open Area B1 Floor under Retail 5# facing Sinking Square）
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.
See more at our website
http://mandarin-plus.org/mandarin-courses/survival-chinese/]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2013 22:34:45 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Private Business Mandarin course at Mandarin Plus sanlitun campus</title>
      <link>http://www.chinese-tools.com/forum/read.html?q=26%2C248131%2C248131%23msg-248131</link>
      <author>Mandarinstudy</author>
      <description><![CDATA[Our Business Mandarin course is designed for people who work in Beijing or cooperate with Chinese people. It allows you to learn specific terms used in the business field or any industry specific field of your choice.
By taking this course, you will:
Be able to converse in Chinese on a wide range of topics.
Understand and be understood by native Chinese speakers and know the Chinese etiquette in business
Read simple articles and written pieces.

WHEN: Flexible timetables to suit your schedule
WHERE: Mandarin Plus Culture &amp; Language Center (sanlitun SOHO B1-535)
Directions: Enter the main entrance of Sanlitun SOHO and go downstairs. Stay out and keep straight all the way to the sinking square. You will see us next to the south stairs.

Tel: 010-56190190
Email: contact@mandarin-plus.org
WEB: www.mandarin-plus.org

Mandarin Plus offers academically rigorous language programs in Chinese and English with a curriculum designed to maximize second-language acquisition and foster a better understanding between cultures.
Our staff and teachers are experienced education professionals who create a dynamic, warm and safe learning environment for students. In addition to attending language classes, students are welcome to join our many cultural activities including weekly movie nights, themed events and local tours.]]></description>
      <category>Language and cultural exchange</category>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:48:30 -0400</pubDate>
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