That's Suzhou picks the best things to do in the city each month.
All Month Long: The Beauty from Finite to Infinite
Featuring the newest creations of contemporary artist/painter Zhu Yuze, this exhibition showcases his signature style of blending Chinese and Western-style oil painting to showcase the harmony between life and nature.
Through Sunday, May 6. Suzhou Museum, see event listing. Visit szmuseum.com for more info.
All Month Long: Zhou Haiyun’s Embroidery Exhibition
A tradition of Suzhou since the Song dynasty, many modern day embroiderers based in small towns near Taihu dedicate their lives to preserve this age-old craft. Suzhou born craftswoman Zhou Haiyun, who has more than 40 years of experience in this field and is known for her depiction of local sceneries with embroidery, will be showcasing her work at the Suzhou Museum.
Through Sunday, May 20. Suzhou Museum, see event listing. Visit szmuseum.com for more info.
April 17: Camel Pub Quiz
Every Tuesday, quiz master James Brown challenges with 10 rounds testing everything from general knowledge to film to current events. A total of RMB800 in Camel vouchers are up for grabs. Plus there will be plenty of shots to go around.
Tuesdays, 8pm-late; Free entry. The Camel Sports Bar, see event listing.
April 18: Senoritas Night Out
It's senoritas night out every Wednesday at Hemingway! Ladies get a free welcome drink (fruity rum punch) from 9pm to midnight. Book a table before 7pm to receive a free pitcher of fruity rum for the whole squad. All night long, there will also be drink specials on a selction of drinks, including wine, beer and punch. There will be also salsa dancing to ensure it's a fun evening for all.
Wednesdays, 9pm-late. Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.
Apr 18: Flight Night
Every Wednesday night at Volcity Wine Lounge, enjoy a special wine tasting. For just RMB150 per person, each flight will include three glasses of select high-end wines. Other wines not included in the flight will be 20 percent off from 7-9pm (including glasses and bottles). Snacks will also be provided throughout the evening.
Wednesdays. Volcity Wine Lounge, see event listing.
April 19: Roses Are Red Wine Promotion
Every Thursday, Volcity Wine Lounge will be pouring their excellent rose wines by the glass. Your first two glasses are half price between 1pm and 8pm. Enjoy a drink out on the patio or in the garden as the weather heats up. Snacks will also be provided.
Thursdays, 1-8pm. Volcity Wine Lounge, see event listing.
April 19: #TBT @ Hemingway
Turn back time every Thursday at Hemingway. Expect weekly rotating live DJs on the decks. They'll spin the classics. There will be plenty of special old-fashioned cocktails, drink deals and plenty of surprises and presents.
Thursdays; Hemingway Lounge & Terrace, see event listing.
Apr 20: InterNations April Event
Join InterNations' longstanding monthly networking event at Novotel Suzhou SIP and meet fellow expats in the city in a relaxed environment over delicious food from the BBQ buffet and free-flow wine, beer and soft drinks. There's even an afterparty at Hemingway Terrace & Lounge for those who want to party all night long.
Friday, April 20, 7.30pm. RMB160 for albatross members / RMB210 for basic members / RMB230 at the door. Novotel Suzhou SIP, see event listing (www.internations.org)
Apr 20: Martin Stadtfeld Piano Recital
Since winning the 2002 International Bach Competition, 37-year-old German pianist Martin Stadtfeld has established himself as one of the world's most prominent interpreters of classical music. After performing with renowned orchestras in Europe, Japan, Korea and the US, Stadtfeld will pay homage to great composers like Bach, Schubert and show off his own musical creations in this concert.
Friday, April 20, 7.30pm. RMB80-480. Suzhou Culture & Arts Center, see event listing. Visit www.sscac.com.cn for more info.
Apr 20-22: Powwow Theatre Take 5
Suzhou's first nonprofit local theatre, Powwow Theatre, returns to the Locke Pub stage this month with Take 5. Enter into a world of power, struggle, gritty humor and a roller coaster of emotions with a series of original plays and films from Powwow's diverse team of writers, actors and directors. Click here for tickets and previews of each film and play.
Fri-Sat Apr 20-22, 6.30pm, Sun 3pm; RMB50. Locke Pub, see event listing.
Apr 21: Havana Party
It's time to bring back the summer! The biggest terrace lounge in Suzhou is re-opening this Saturday with a big Havana-themed party. DJ Naz will be coming from Shanghai with Latino tunes. Enjoy Havana Rum promos, cigars and many other surprises all night long!
Sat Apr 21, 9pm-late. Hemingway, see event listing.
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