Three Highlights for the Upcoming Week in Beijing (January 26 - February 1)

      Culturopolis has finally arrived, featuring a bag-making workshop and a special Spittoon event in Beijing this coming week.

      Discover – Culturopolis

      The highlight of the upcoming week is undoubtedly the inaugural Culturopolis: The International Lifestyle Expo, scheduled to take place at Langyuan Station from January 31 to February 1. This expo will showcase a variety of offerings, including reliable services, international cuisine, prestigious schools, handmade crafts, governmental resources, health and wellness options, local sports organizations, and much more, all conveniently located in one venue. (And it’s entirely indoors, so you won't have to brave the cold!) It promises to be a weekend for connecting, exploring new experiences, and feeling a sense of community in Beijing.

      Culturopolis: The International Lifestyle Expo will occur at Langyuan Station's Central Station from January 31 to February 1. Admission is free.

      Langyuan Station Central Station 郎园Station 中央车站53 Banjieta Lu, Chaoyang District朝阳区半截塔路53号

      Craft – Bag Making Workshop

      On Wednesday, January 28, Make Me Workshop will host a new Bag Making Workshop at their studio in Dongcheng. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own leather handbag, which they can take home after the session.

      The Bag Making Workshop is set for Wednesday, January 28, from 6:30 PM to 9 PM. The cost is RMB 300 per person, which covers all materials. Bring a friend and enjoy a 10 percent discount. You can scan the QR code below to reserve your spot.

      Listen – Spittoon Special at No. 6 Nanyang Hutong

      Next Thursday, January 29, Spittoon will host a Spittoon Special at No. 6 Nanyang Hutong starting at 8 PM. The event will feature representatives from three of Spittoon’s regular Thursday events: Lethan Candlish for storytelling, Sara Maria Hasbun for fiction, and James Bradley for poetry. Each will present longer pieces they have been preparing for this special edition of Spittoon.

      The Spittoon Special will take place at No. 6 Nanyang Hutong on Thursday, January 29, at 8 PM. Admission is free.

      Nanyang Hutong #66 Nanyang Hutong, Dongcheng District东城区南阳胡同6号

      READ: Global Flavors: All the Culturopolis Food & Drink Vendors

      Images: the Beijingers, courtesy of the organizers

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