That's Tianjin picks the best things to do in the city each month. 

Oct 9: Sewing Classes by Patricia

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Patricia invites you to the Nasca Linien culture center to share her passion of sewing. In this monthly three-hour session she will cover the basics of the meticulous craft (and more), from threading a machine to realizing complex patterns. What’s more, materials and sewing machines are included. 

Tue Oct 9, 10am-1pm; RMB300; Nasca Linien, see event listing.

Oct 9: Poetish

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Poetish is a stand-up show where creatives of all sorts share their poetry, music or any other kind of artistic endeavor, at WE Brewery. Enjoy the entertainment for free, but consider spending a red one on some of Tianjin's best craft beers in the process.

Tue Oct 9, 9-11pm; WE Brewery, see event listing.

Oct 11-13: Ice Cream China 2018 Festival

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Who said ice cream is just for the summertime? Ice cream, desserts and a whole range of frozen treats will be on display at Ice Cream China 2018, an event for professionals of the industry as well as fans who want to take their passion for ice cream to the next level. 

Thu Oct 11- Sat Oct 13, Tianjin Meijiang Convention and Exhibition Center, see event listing.

Oct 18-21: 'The Count of Wulong Mountain' 

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A boy and a girl with no job, no house and no car suddenly inherit a large sum of money, starting a chain reaction of misunderstandings and dangerous investigations that will change their life forever. Hooked already? Check out this Mahua Fun Age production at the Tianjin Binhu Theatre. 

Thu Oct 18-Sun Oct 21, 7.30pm; RMB80- 1408; Tianjin Binhu Theatre, see event listing. Buy tickets here.

Oct 19: Cologne Guitar Quartet

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Formed in 2014, the well-travelled Cologne Guitar Quartet is an international ensemble based in Germany. Coming from four different countries (Germany, Israel, Portugal, and Greece), they perform modern pieces by living composers, combining classical music with folkloric repertoire from their motherland. 

Fri Oct 19, 7pm; Tianjin Grand Theatre, see event listing.

Through October

'Steak Special' at Rey de Gambas

Courtesy of promoters

To find the taste of Spain in Tianjin, look no further than in the ex-legation quarter, where a century-old house now hosts Tianjin’s Spanish food haven Rey de Gambas. The perfect day to try out their original take on Mediterranean specialties? Wednesday, when you can try their irresistibly tender Sirloin Steak with a glass of wine for just RMB160. The festive and friendly atmosphere comes free of charge, courtesy of the smiling hosts.

Every Wednesday, 4-10pm; RMB160; Rey de Gambas, see event listing.

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