What's On: Thursday 1 October 2009

Born in Dalian City of Liaoning Province in 1983, Chen is an exceptionally young emerging talent graduating from the painting department of Beijing Language and Culture University. This is his first solo exhibition in Hong Kong. For further information email: prmarketing@schoeni.com.hk or telephone 2869 8802. Vernissage: 18:30 – 20:30, 24 September and then daily at the Schoeni Main Gallery, 21-31 Old Bailey Street, Central.

A joint exhibition by Hong Kong based photographers Robert Scherle and Chris Hall exploring the relationship between text and visual art. Open Monday to Thursday from 14:00 to 22:30 and Fridays/Saturdays from 14:00 to 00:30. Venue: The Culture Club Gallery, 15 Elgin Street (Lower), Soho, Central.

The exhibition by the Australian artist is at the Gallery by the Harbour, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui. For further details telephone: 2526 1133, Fax: 2526 1229 or Email (for general enquiry) : info@sotagallery.com.hk

An opportunity for visitors to meet the dolphins in Ocean Park, feed them and get into the water with them. Children must be aged 8 and over and 1m32 minimum. HK$680 per person. On Monday and Tuesday at 13:15, Wednesday to Sunday at 09:30 or 13:15. At the Ocean Park in Aberdeen. Tel: 2552 0291.

Presented by ABA Productions in association with CBeebies. Tweenies Live! is suitable for all and recommended especially for those aged up to 6 years. Tickets: $265 - $395 from HK Ticketing Tel: 3128 8288. Performance times: 23rd/24th/25th/30th September and 2nd October at 16:30. 26th Sept/1st and 3rd October at 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30. 27th September and 4th October at 11:00 and 14:30. Venue: HKAPA Drama Theatre, 1 Gloucester Road.

Enjoy Latin salsa with DJ Josef. It's ladies' night as well, so women drink free, and there's a free salsa lesson for the unsure at 21.00. 1/5, Star Street, Wan Chai. Tel: 2520 2515.

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, there will be a fireworks display over Victoria Harbour starting at 20:00 featuring 23,000 fireworks and lasting approximately 25 minutes. Best views will be from the harbourside at Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, Central District, the Mid-levels and Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade.

Guest performers: Sydney Conservatorium Percussion Ensemble. Free admission. The concert starts at 15:00 at the Academy Concert Hall, HKAPA, 2 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai.

R&B and Hip Hop every night from 21:30 - 04:00 at Yilou, 1/F Grand Progress Building, 15 - 16 Lan Kwai Fong.

Jazz singer Michael Carillo performs every Thursday night at the hip lounge bar Bohemian Lounge on 3-5 Old Bailey Street, Central. The live music starts at 22:00 and admission is free. Tel: 2526 6099.

A series of concerts featuring local and international artists at several venues. Free admission at some venues, otherwise tickets from $200 - $520 available from URBTIX and Tom Lee outlets. Discounts available for qualifying persons. For detailed programme enquiries tel: 2523 8292 Mon - Sat 13:00 - 19:00.

Canadian DJ Andrew Spence entertains the crowd in the stylish and chic MO Bar at the Mandarin Landmark Oriental by playing live saxophone and spinning house and breakbeat sounds. Every Tuesday to Saturday night from 20:00, at the MO Bar, G/F, Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Central. Tel: 2132 0077.

Informal get-together organised by the American Women's Association. Open to members, non-members and newcomers. At the JW. Marriott Hotel, 4th Floor, Lobby Lounge (bar area), Pacific Place from 10:00-12:00. Free entry. Tel: 2521 7078.

Raja Yoga Meditation is a relaxing and refreshing way of clearing the mind and heart. Join a free course and restore your inner balance. 17 Dragon Road, Tin Hau, 19.00. Tel: 2806 3008.

Calling all adventure lovers! Action Asia organizes adventure events such as mountain biking and kayaking every month for adventure lovers of all levels. Details are available on the website. Tel: 3158 0251.

Take a trip on Hong Kong's last authentic sailing junk. Boarding times: Kowloon Pier Thursday 14:00 and 16:00; Saturday 10:00 and 12:00. Queen's Pier Thursday 15:00 and 17:00; Saturday 11:00 and 13:00. The Duk Ling carries 36 passengers. To check availability Tel: 2573 5282.

In conjunction with the Hong Kong International Jazz Festival, featuring photographs by William Ellis (UK) and Elaine Liu (HK). Free admission. Venue: 1/F Metal Zone, Elements Retail Complex, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon.

In conjunction with the Hong Kong International Jazz Festival, featuring photographs by William Ellis (UK) and Elaine Liu (HK). Free admission. Venue: The Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Tel: 3763 8778

An interactive exhibition exploring the science behind the world of candy and other treats. Open 13:00 - 21:00 on Mon, Tue, Wed and Fridays, 10:00 -21:00 on Sat, Sun and Public Holidays. Closed on Thur (except Public Holidays). Tickets from $17.50 - $35.00 (Free for children under 4 years old accompanied by an adult. Enquiries: Tel 2732 3232 or email enquiries@hk.science.museum. Venue: Special Exhibitions Hall, Hong Kong Science Museum, 2 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East .

20:00 - Beginners Class, 21:00 - Intermediate Class, 21:30 - 22:30 Freestyle Dancing. Admission: $120 pay on the door (includes 1 free drink). Venue: Pelican Bay, No. 2 Observatory Court By Knutsford Terrace, TST, Kowloon. Tel: 2316 7338

View the wonders of mystic India as if it were before your very own eyes in this omnimax show. Hong Kong Space Museum. Tel: 2732 3232.

Featuring Yosuke Onuma (Japan) and the You Sun Nah Quartet featuring Eugene Pao (Korea and Hong Kong). Free admission from 18:00 at the Civic Square, Elements Retail Complex, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon.

Daytime meeting. For details of race times, runners and riders visit the Hong Kong Jockey Club website.