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5 November"

What's On: Thursday 5 November 2009

Hong Kong What's On: on Thursday 5 November 2009

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Art & Exhibitions
Niubi Newbie Kids II - Me Generation Mixed Media Exhibition
From: Thursday 15 October 2009 To: Monday 16 November 2009
Following the success of the first Niubi exhibition last year, the Schoeni Gallery are presenting a second exhibition by the group of young Chinese artists referred to as the Me Generation. Vernissage from 18:30 - 20:30 on 15th October, then every day at the Schoeni Main Gallery, 21 -31 Old Bailey Street, Central.
Looking for Hongkongers - Mixed Media Paintings Exhibition
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Monday 2 November 2009 To: Saturday 28 November 2009
Artist Linda Liao has exhibited in Paris, Kyoto, San Francisco, Michigan, Klefred (Germany), Guangzhou, and Hong Kong. Born in Guangxi, China, Linda has studied and lived in Australia, Paris and various cities of Europe prior to settling down in Hong Kong in 1995. Venue: The Culture Club Gallery, 15 Elgin Street (Lower), Soho, Central.
Water and Oil Painting Exhibition
Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Tuesday 3 November 2009 To: Saturday 14 November 2009
Featuring the work of Hong Kong born artist Tony Ng Chi Kin. At the Fringe Slowear Gallery, 2 Albert Road.
Children's Events
Meet the Dolphins
Every day
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.
Dance & Ballet Performance
Salsa Night (Latin Ladies' Night)
Every Thu
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.
Film
Grizzly Man
On: Thursday 5 November 2009
A 2005 documentary film by German director Werner Herzog, chronicling the life and death of bear enthusiast Timothy Treadwell. The film consists of Treadwell's own footage of his interactions with grizzly bears before he and his girlfriend were killed and partially eaten by a bear in 2003. Screening from 20:00 - 22:00. Cost $20/head for equipment sharing. Only limited space available, to reserve phone 2127 7936. First-come-first-served. Venue: The Culture Club, 15 Elgin Street (Lower), Soho, Central.
Music: Classical & Opera
Mozart's Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)
From: Thursday 5 November 2009 To: Monday 9 November 2009
A co-production of Opera Hong Kong, National Centre for the Performing Arts and Den Norske Opera & Ballett, performed in German with Chinese and English Surtitles. Tickets $150 - $900, available from all URBTIX outlets. The performance begins at 19:30 at the Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Music: DJ & Clubbing
Alcohol Lab
Every day
R&B and Hip Hop every night from 21:30 - 04:00 at Yilou, 1/F Grand Progress Building, 15 - 16 Lan Kwai Fong.
Music: Jazz, Blues & Soul
Michael Carillo
Every Thu
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.
Music: Rock, Pop & Country
DJ Andrew Spence Spins Tunes at MO Bar
Every Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
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.
Social & Community Events
Chat
Every Thu
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.
Sports & Sailing
Raja Yoga Meditation Foundation Course
Every Thu
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.
Action Asia
Every day
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.
Talks & Workshops
Discover Your Natural Voice (Age 16 or above) (Conducted in English)
Every Thu From: Thursday 5 November 2009 To: Thursday 3 December 2009
A part-time course provided by The Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts and specially designed for business executives and people who have to communicate with others on a daily basis. Using his years of experience as a Feldenkrais Method teacher and Theatre Director, Sean Curran will explain simply and practically how to identify what is going wrong and how to put it right. The course is comprised of 5 sessions of two hours from 19:30 each Thursday. Registration is via HK Ticketing tel 3128 8288. Venue: HKAPA 1 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai.
Theatre & Shows
Dumb Waiter & Sister Mary
From: Wednesday 4 November 2009 To: Saturday 7 November 2009
A drama in English presented by the American Community Theater. Tickets $180 and $220, available from HK Ticketing tel 3128 8288. Performance begins at 20:00. At The Fringe Club Theatre, 2 Lower Albert Road, Hong Kong.
Live Stand-up Comedy
From: Thursday 5 November 2009 To: Saturday 7 November 2009
The Punchline Comedy Club's monthly show featuring Dougie Dunlop (Scotland), Dave Hadingham (England) and John Fothergill (England). Show starts at 21:00. To book tel: 2317 6666. Venue: Duetto, 2/F Sun Hung Kai Centre, 30 Harbour Road, Wanchai, tel: 2827 7777.
Walks & Visits
Tour of Hong Kong Harbour on the Duk Ling Sailing Junk
Every Thu, Sat
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.
Art & Exhibitions
No Money for Art vs No Time for Art! Stop-Motion Video Art Exhibition
Every Sun, Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat From: Sunday 4 October 2009 To: Sunday 29 November 2009
A collaborative multi-media art exhibition featuring works by Hong Kong and Polish artists. Opening times: 14:00 - 19:30. At the C & G Gallery, 3/F, 222 Sai Yeung Choi Street South, Prince Edward, Kowloon
A Blow to the Everyday
From: Saturday 10 October 2009 To: Sunday 29 November 2009
A contemporary art exhibition featuring works by ChimPom, Kenichi Hagihara, Meiro Koizumi, Ayako Okubo, Yukihiro Taguchi, Shiro Takatani, Wah. Organised by Osage Art Foundation, part of October Contemporary 2009. Open from 10:00 - 19:00 at the Osage Kwun Tong Gallery, 5/F, Kian Dai Industrial Building, 73-75 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong.
(last) intervention
From: Saturday 10 October 2009 To: Sunday 29 November 2009
A contemporary art exhibition featuring works by Kingsley Ng and Samson Young, part of October Contemporary 2009. At the Osage Kwun Tong Gallery. Open every day from 10:00 - 19:00. Location: 5/F, Kian Dai Industrial Building, 73-75 Hung To Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon.
Dancing: Latin & Salsa
Ceroc TST at Pelican Bay
Every Thu
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
Film
Mystic India
Every Thu
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.
Local Hong Kong markets taking place on Thursday 5 November 2009
Hong Kong (website)
Stanley Market
Every day
A favourite of tourists seeking the perfect gift for their friends and family back home, Stanley market is packed with stalls offering Chinese artwork, curios, silk collectibles and more. It's also a great destination for Hong Kong-style "outlet" shopping. Stanley Market Road, Stanley, 09.00-18.00.
Jardine's Bazaar
Every day
The unofficial miniature version of Ladies' Market, Jardine's Bazaar is frequented by locals who love its convenient location, and are enticed by its great deals on women's clothing and other accessories. Jardine's Bazaar, Causeway Bay.
Li Yuen Street East and West
Every day
Ready-to-wear garments or made to order clothing. From 10:00 - 19:00 at Li Yuen Street East and West, Central.
Kowloon (website)
Flower Market
Every day
Colourful flowers can be found in this sweet-scented haven, and not just the kind that you buy on Valentine's Day either. The flower market is mecca for plants that can bring you good luck throughout the year. Market Road, Mongkok, 07.00-19.30.
Goldfish Market
Every day
Find aquariums and the creatures to fill them at the Goldfish Market. Don't be afraid to get a little wet in the selection process! Tung Choi Street, Mongkok, 10.00-21.00.
Ladies' Market
Every day
A tourist trap for sure, but that doesn't stop it from being good fun. Ladies' Market is the place to go for bargain clothing and accessories, and -- in spite of the name -- there's stuff for gents as well. Tung Choi Street, Mongkok, 12.30-22.30.
Temple Street Night Market
Every day
Brightly lit stalls hawking a variety of clothing, pens, watches, CDs, cassettes, electronic gadgets, hardware and luggage. Food stalls offering a variety of sea food and hot pot dishes. From 16:00 - midnight at Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon.
New Territories (website)
Yuen Po Street Bird Garden
Every day
The Bird Garden is a gathering place for the city's feathered-friend aficionados. The market sells bird-related paraphernalia from cages to juicy grasshopers. Yuen Po Street, Mongkok, 07.00-20.00.
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