AVATAR: Larger Than Life

Since I saw Avatar in the Solana Theatre for the first time this afternoon, it’s pretty much consumed my thoughts, stimulated my curiosity, and exhilarated my imagination to a whole new level. I walked in without any expectations, not knowing anything about the story line or what to expect. And as soon as the movie was over, I could not stop repeating the phrase “Best movie EVER!” It probably didn’t help that the people I came with had already seen Avatar three times.

I’m probably one of a very small minority of people who have waited this long to see Avatar. And never have I agreed more to the saying, ‘All Good Things Are Worth Waiting For.’

I think the last time I was so excited about a movie was when ’300′ came out 3 years ago. And as much as I loved that movie, I don’t think I was already setting another date to go re-watch it within the week. Today is Friday and I’m booking a date to go again on Sunday to watch it in an IMAX theatre. It’s no wonder Avatar has surpassed Titanic as the highest grossing film in history, taking more than $2 Billion worldwide. Avatar has become a cultural phenomenon.

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CRI Interview with LumDimSum

See below an interview by China Radio International (CRI) featuring LumDimSum as the event coordinator for the HAITI RISE Relief Campaign and our string of fundraising events.

With a goal of raising 200,000RMB in two weeks for quak-stricken Haiti, you can do your part to contribute by participating through some or all of our upcoming events from my “Eat for Haiti” initiative, Model Citizen Party @ BLING this Saturday & last but not least, the “Celebrate for Haiti” Campaign Finale Party @ Hatsune Sanlitun on Thursday, February 4th.

Please come out to support Haiti!  Every little bit helps.

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Now This is Worth Trying

Considering “Eat for Haiti” only lasts 10 days, I’ve been making the most of it by dining and supporting as many “HAITI RISE” restaurants as possible.

Before these 10 days fly by, I want to encourage every foodie in Beijing to go out and literally EAT FOR HAITI. Each voucher is RMB 200, which can be used in any participating “HAITI RISE” restaurant, so that’s RMB 200 off your total bill, and each restaurant will donate 100RMB directly to the HAITI RISE Fund. THIS EVENT ENDS ON WED. (FEB. 3)  SO PLEASE BUY NOW! (contact me directly to purchase vouchers).

It’s a great excuse to rally your friends and organize dinner parties and have a great night knowing you are supporting a worthy cause.

Now here’s a story to hopefully motivate you and get you into gear to make a difference and have fun while you’re at it:

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Model Citizen Auction Party @ BLING

This Saturday, January 30, HAITI RISE will be hosting a Model Citizen Auction Party @ BLING.

This is going to be the BEST PARTY EVER!!!!    Please help me spread the word!!!

100% of Auction bids will be donated directly to Partners in Health – PIH has been providing medical services on the ground in Haiti for over 20 years. www.standwithhaiti.org

Event Details:

Model Citizens @ BLING

Model Citizen Auction Party by “HAITI RISE” Relief Campaign @ BLING

With the tragedy that has struck Haiti and left Port-Au-Prince in disaster, everyone is trying to do their part in helping out, including some of Beijing’s top models! Bling will be hosting an auction for your chance to go on a dinner-date with some of the hottest ladies in Beijing! Courtesy of BLING, there’s a chance that even the SEXY DJ Keza will be up for grabs along with other handsome bachelors.

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Half Way There…

Beijing, RISE UP for HAITI

‘HAITI RISE’ RELIEF CAMPAIGN

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Step Aside Blue Frog

This Wednesday, January 20th, come to All-Star Sports Bar & Grill to discuss the upcoming ‘Haiti Rise’ fundraiser event (headed by JUMP foundation director Justin Bedard) to directly donate and make a difference to rescue and recover work being done by Partners in Health (www.pih.org)

…plus it’s our amazing weekly promotion:  Buy-One-Get-One-Free Burger Wednesdays!

NEW! All-Star's SteakHouse Burger

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WE GOT IT

I can’t remember the last time I had so much fun for 10 days in a row!

This year’s NanShan Open was not only incredibly successful as Asia’s largest snowboarding stop on the Swatch Ticket To Ride World Snowboard Tour, but more than that, I am left with priceless memories.

Here’s a recap of the past week (after the first qualifying round of the NanShan Open when the top 13 snowboarders were announced from the original 30 pro-snowboarders):

In the final competition day on Sunday, January 10th, the 13 finalists were narrowed down to the top four: Juuso Laivisto (FIN), David Bertschinger Karg (SUI), Sergey Lapushkin (RUS), and Nick Hyne (NZ) who secured their place in the afternoon’s Super Finals.

Rider: Sergey Lapushkin

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