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Mutianyu Annual Events
New Year's Day Champagne Brunch Friday 1 January 2010 at The Schoolhouse How better to start the year than in the fresh air and under the blue sky at Mutianyu Great Wall. Something for the whole family to remember.
Spring Festival Feast Saturday 17 January 2010 at The Schoolhouse Join The Schoolhouse family to make dumplings and then enjoy an authentic village hotpot feast.
Easter Brunch Sunday 4 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse Spring has sprung! Come out to the fresh air at Mutianyu and enjoy the flower filled-campus of The Schoolhouse. Easter egg hunts for the kids. Lavish country buffet with home-baked goodies and eggs to order. Live Jazz by our favorite trio. Download the menu here.Why not come out the night before and stay in one of our custom guest homes and wake up to Easter sunrise at the Great Wall?
Qing Ming Festival Monday 5 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse Qing Ming means bright and clear in Chinese. But the Qing Ming festival is also a day of remembrance. Come find out more about the day’s significance and celebrate the coming of Spring with us as we make our own kites and fly them up into the clear skies.
Mother's Day Champagne Brunch Sunday 9 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse We know how to treat mothers at The Schoolhouse. Champagne, roses, live jazz, elegant buffet, activities for the kids. Download the menu here. Choice tables on the Upper Terrace and courtyard are very popular so book early!
Father's Day Barbecue Sunday 20 June 2010 at the Roadhouse Dads deserve something special, too. Go for a family hike or climb the Great Wall at Mutianyu and then treat the Dad in your family to a lip-smacking barbecue with live music at The Roadhouse. Fresh air, blue sky, wonderful views of the Great Wall. Come on out for a day of family fun.
American Independence Day Sunday 4 July 2010 at the Roadhouse What better way to commemorate American Independence Day than a barbecue with family and friends at Mutianyu Great Wall. Fun and games for the kids. Live music for all.
The Schoolhouse Community Service Day Saturday 24 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse Once a year we say our thank you to the village of Mutianyu by donating a day of labor by our entire staff. We close to the public for this day. But our guests are welcome to join in and we serve a complimentary late lunch to all participants. Come out and make a difference!
Happy Birthday Schoolhouse! Saturday 4 & 5 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse Every year on the anniversary of our opening we like to say a special thank you to our guests. You have sustained our business and allowed us to continue to contribute to our community. This year we offer a free ice cream cone made with your choice of our homemade flavors to every guest who visits during our birthday celebration. Our ice creams and fruit sorbets are made in small batches with no chemical additives or stabilizers.
Moon Festival -- Authentic Mid-Autumn Feast Wednesday 22 September 2010 at Xiaolumian Every year people the world over mark harvest time. In Yingbeigou we are close to nature and, along with our village neighbors, we celebrate the Moon Festival with a feast at Xiaolumian. Red lanterns, moon viewing, crisp fall evening, honest food, live folk music. One year it rained and we all crowded into our little peasant's hut and somehow the food and company were even better. Share a traditional Chinese holiday with your family and friends -- an adventure they're sure to remember. We also have several rental homes near Xiaolumian so why not make a weekend of it? This event was sold out in 2009 so we suggest you mark your calendars and book early.
Halloween Saturday 30 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse Jack-o-Lantern Carving Contest in the afternoon -- one for kids and one for big kids. Big kids can win a free night in the China Countryside Hotels guest home of their choice. Enjoy the display in the evening along with our annual caviar country dinner at The Schoolhouse.
American Thanksgiving Thursday 25 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse Our favorite holiday. Come and share a feast and give thanks under the Great Wall of China.. Roast turkey and all the trimmings served family style and with a dessert buffet. Live jazz. Kid's playroom with activities hosted by a professional teacher.
Thanksgiving Reprise Saturday 27 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse For those who can't get away for Thursday there is still a chance to come together for a real family Thanksgiving at The Schoolhouse. Roast turkey and all the trimmings served family style and with a dessert buffet. Great live music and entertainment on hand. Kid's playroom with activities hosted by a professional teacher. Every year this event has been sold out so make your reservation early!
Christmas Eve Supper & Carolling Friday 24 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse Come out to the Great Wall at Mutianyu for (hopefully) a White Christmas and stay at one of our guest homes or book a cozy room in our inn. Cook your own dinner or join us for our annual Christmas Eve Supper served fireside in The Smithy. Later in the evening everyone is welcome to join for carolling. Free hot chocolate and Christmas goodies for all carollers. Christmas at the Wall is very popular so we suggest you book early.
New Year's Eve Dinner Dance Friday 31 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse Imagine ringing out 2011 at the Great Wall of China. Stay in a luxurious guest home from China Countryside Hotels or a lush room at the Brickyard Inn. Make your own party with friends and family or join the fun at our Dinner Dance with fine dining and live jazz. The Art Room now has a fireplace and a dance floor so get ready to get warm.
Mutianyu On-Going Series of Events
Saturday Evening Country Fine Dining at The Schoolhouse The Schoolhouse serves country dinners each and every Saturday evening. Crisp linens, Singing Wine Glasses, fresh flowers, and dancing candlelight complement Chef Randhir's fusion menu based on fresh and seasonal ingredients. Imagine this -- Under the Great Wall of China! Download the menu
Country Gourmet Dinners at The Schoolhouse Since its inception The Schoolhouse has sought to use homegrown, local, and seasonal ingredients to create fusion dinners for discerning guests. Each menu is personally developed by Executive Chef Randhir Singh. Country Gourmet dinners are limited to no more than 24 guests.. The dinners are served in The Smithy, outdoors on the Upper Terrace, or in another special venue and start with a welcome drink while the guests gather for an intimate evening. There is live jazz and Country Gourmet dinners are served with signature linens and using glass service ware, including Schoolhouse Art Glass's own Singing Wine Glasses.
2010 Country Gourmet Dinner Schedule Saturday 27 March Earth Hour Candlelight Dinner Download the menu. Saturday 24 April Spring Lamb dinner Download the menu. Saturday 29 May Download the menu. Saturday 25 September Saturday 30 October Annual Caviar Supper
Saturday Night Movies at The Schoolhouse Nothing beats the magic of watching a good movie with family and friends. After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. All movie picks will be family friendly, so bring the kids along – they’ll love our freshly popped popcorn. Our goal at Saturday Night Movies is to provide entertainment and provoke thought. Stick around after the showing as we provide cups of our rich hot chocolate and share some insightful discussion. Saturday 6 March Food, Inc. Saturday 3 April Dirt! The Movie. Saturday 1 May Mondovino. Saturday 5 June Il Postino. Saturday 3 July All In This Tea. Saturday 7 August Saturday 4 September Saturday 2 October Saturday 6 November Saturday 4 December Saturday 1 January
Nature Classes at The Schoolhouse The Schoolhouse has put together a fantastic sustainability curriculum for children and adults alike. At The Schoolhouse, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – come to all five of our Nature classes and see why.
2010 Nature Class Schedule Sunday 7 March Sunday 2 May Sunday 8 August Sunday 5 September Sunday 3 October
Roadhouse Grill at The Roadhouse The Roadhouse Grill brings you barbecued meats and veggies hot off our outdoor grill, fresh salads, and home-made desserts in an incomparable setting under Mutianyu Great Wall. Foot-stomping live music. Let the kids run around our lawns and kitchen garden while you kick back with a cold one (or two!), relax, and soak up the sun and fresh air.
2010 Roadhouse Grill Schedule Saturday 10 April 2010 Spring Planting Download the program and menu Saturday 8 May 2010 Download the program and menu Saturday 12 June 2010 Download the program and menu Saturday 14 August 2010 Saturday 11 September 2010 Saturday 9 October 2010 Harvest Time
Wild Side Noodle Making at Xiaolumian The Mutianyu Great Wall area is a fantastic place to take hikes through the villages, orchards, hills, and even the Wild Wall. Go where you heart takes you during the afternoon and enjoy the incomparable surroundings. But in the evening make sure to gather at Xiaolumian, a weathered stone farmhouse set in its own chestnut orchard in the remote village of Yingbeigou. What a difference a 60 minute drive from the city makes! Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out.
2010 Wild Noodle Making Schedule Saturday 17 April 2010 Saturday 15 May 2010 Saturday 19 June 2010 Saturday 21 August 2010 Saturday 18 September 2010 Saturday 16 October 2010
Mutianyu 2010 Calendar
January THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE CLOSED FOR WINTER VACATION The Schoolhouse IS OPEN THROUGH 18 JANUARY
Friday 1 January 2010 at The Schoolhouse New Year's Day Champagne Brunch How better to start the year than in the fresh air and under the blue sky at Mutianyu Great Wall. Something for the whole family to remember.
Saturday 16 January 2010 at The Schoolhouse Annual Spring Festival Feast Join The Schoolhouse family to make dumplings and then enjoy an authentic village hotpot feast.
February THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE CLOSED FOR WINTER VACATION The Schoolhouse IS CLOSED THROUGH 26 FEBRUARY 2010
Saturday 27 February 2010 at The Schoolhouse Winter's Over! Free Mulled Wine or Hot Chocolate for all guests served fireside in The Smithy. Starting today The Schoolhouse is back in business, open seven days a week!
March THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT FOR GROUPS ONLY The Schoolhouse IS OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Saturday 6 March 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday 6 March 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday Night at the Movies After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion.
Our first show will start at 20:00 and is Food, Inc. -- a film which sheds light on the corporate-controlled food industry. As the makers say, "You'll never look at dinner the same way."
Sunday 7 March 2010 at The Schoolhouse Nature Class At The Schoolhouse, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – come to our Nature class and see why. Suitable for both children and adults.
Saturday 13 March 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 13 March 2010 at The Brickyard
Saturday 20 March 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 20 March 2010 at The Brickyard
Saturday 27 March 2010 at the Brickyard Brickyard Open House Take a trip up to Mutianyu on March’s last weekend and tour the Brickyard Inn; from the lush gardens to the lodge’s magnificent temple roof. Schoolhouse partners will be on hand to explain how they transformed a smoke-belching kiln into a lush eco-retreat. Marvel at the original tile work incorporated into the custom murals and native slate flooring.. Get a tour of the rooms, each with window walls and spectacular panoramic views of the Great Wall. And enjoy a luxurious start to the spring season by being one of the first guests to spend a night at the Brickyard Inn!
Saturday 27 March 2010 at The Brickyard To introduce our new Brickyard Inn & Retreat Center we are offering a special Saturday night package for two people that includes a queen room, transfers from/to downtown Beijing, complimentary drinks in the lodge, a voucher toward dinner at any of our other restaurants, a full breakfast buffet, late check out, and more. RMB 1,200 nett. Read the whole offer.
Saturday 27 March 2010 at The Schoolhouse Earth Hour Candlelight Dinner While the whole world turns off the lights from 20:30-21:30 to commemorate the need to conserve energy The Schoolhouse will serve the first 2010 Country Gourmet dinner by candlelight. Local and seasonal fusion menu, signature linens, Singing Wine Glasses, fresh flowers, candlelight. Download the menu
April THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 3 April 2010 at the Schoolhouse Bohai or Bust will get started at 10:00 at The Roadhouse. Each registered rider receives a Bohai or Bust tee shirt, a safety booklet courtesy of our sponsors at the International School of Beijing, as well as a copy of our new guidebook Biking Bohai, which contains 12 routes that range from easy (suitable for families with kids) to challenging (you'd better be in shape!). We will have three group rides led by our guides, or you can select the route or routes that suit you and go exploring at your own pace with friends and family. Some of the rides end up in hidden local restaurants, or you can carry your picnic lunch with you ... For more information please visit us at www.bohaiorbust.org or contact us at info@bohaiorbust.org
Saturday 3 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse Surrounding Bohai Township includes over twenty villages nestled underneath the Great Wall, and is filled with forested valleys and stunning mountain passes – just the setting for a remarkable day of bike riding! Our charity event will cater to veteran riders and children alike. Past intern Audrey Gueho biked all over Bohai and outlined the township’s twelve best routes. Her newly published guidebook Biking Bohai will be available, and all participants will get dedicated T-shirts. Bohai or Bust is a BYOB – bring your own bike – event. But one lucky participant will get a free bicycle at day’s end, courtesy of Trek bikes!
Saturday 3 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. Saturday Night Movies at The Schoolhouse continues on Saturday 3 April at 20:00 with Dirt! The Movie.Dirt takes us all the way down into the wonderful world of soil, telling the story of one of the Earth's most valuable and underappreciated resources.
Saturday 3 April 2010 at The Brickyard
Sunday 4 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse Easter Brunch Spring has sprung! Come out to the fresh air at Mutianyu and enjoy the flower filled-campus of The Schoolhouse. Easter egg hunts for the kids. Lavish country buffet with home-baked goodies and eggs to order. Live Jazz. Download the menu here. Why not come out the night before and stay in one of our custom guest homes or a room at our inn and wake up to Easter sunrise at the Great Wall?
Monday 5 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse Qing Ming Festival Qing Ming means bright and clear in Chinese. But the Qing Ming festival is also a day of remembrance. Come find out more about the day’s significance and celebrate the coming of Spring with us as we make our own kites and fly them up into the clear skies.
Saturday 10 April 2010 at the Roadhouse Spring Planting An early April afternoon is the perfect time to plant seeds at our private Roadhouse garden, with the birds chirping and the Beijing cold winter receding. Come paw in the dirt and get your hands dirty.. Free beer and beverages to any and everybody who helps plow. After a hard day’s work enjoy a hearty BBQ dinner in the Roadhouse. The music will be live, the fireplace lit. Download the program and menu.
Saturday 10 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 10 April 2010 at The Brickyard
Saturday 17 April 2010 at Xiaolumian Wild Side Noodle Making Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out. Saturday 17 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 17 April 2010 at The Brickyard
Saturday 24 April 2010 at The Schoolhouse Schoolhouse Executive Chef Randhir Singh uses homegrown, local, and seasonal ingredients to create fusion dinners for discerning guests. Our intimate Country Gourmet Dinners are limited to 24 guests, so book in advance.
Saturday 24 April 2010 at The Brickyard To introduce our new Brickyard Inn & Retreat Center we are offering a special Saturday night package for two people that includes a queen room, transfers from/to downtown Beijing, complimentary drinks in the lodge, a voucher toward dinner at any of our other restaurants, a full breakfast buffet, late check out, and more. RMB 1,200 nett. Read the whole offer.
May THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 1 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 1 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. The third showing in our series is the acclaimed wine documentary Mondovino. Come join us on at 20:00 to get a glimpse into how globalization has affected the wine industry.
Sunday 2 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse At The Schoolhouse, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – come to our Nature class and see why. Suitable for both children and adults.
Saturday 8 May 2010 at the Roadhouse Roadhouse Grill at Mutianyu Great Wall Barbecued meats and veggies hot off our outdoor grill in an incomparable setting under Mutianyu Great Wall. Foot-stomping live music. Let the kids run around our lawns and kitchen garden while you kick back with a cold one (or two!), relax, and soak up the sun and fresh air. Download the program and menu
Saturday 8 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Sunday 9 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse Mother's Day Champagne Brunch We know how to treat mothers at The Schoolhouse. Champagne, roses, live jazz, elegant buffet, activities for the kids. Download the menu here.Choice tables on the Upper Terrace and courtyard are very popular so book early!
Saturday 15 May 2010 at Xiaolumian Wild Side Noodle Making Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out. Download the menu
Saturday 15 May 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Country Gourmet Dinner with Live Jazz Schoolhouse Executive Chef Randhir Singh uses homegrown, local, and seasonal ingredients to create fusion dinners for discerning guests. Our intimate Country Gourmet Dinners are limited to 24 guests, so book in advance.
June THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 5 June 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 5 June 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday Night at the Movies After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. Tonight we will be showing the Italian film Il Postino at Saturday Night Movies at The Schoolhouse. Nominated for best picture at the ‘95 Academy Awards, this enchanting movie talks about love, poetry, and dreams that come true.
Saturday 12 June 2010
Wild Side Noodle Making Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out. Download the menu
Saturday 19 June 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Sunday 20 June 2010 at the Roadhouse Father's Day Barbecue Dad's deserve something special, too. Go for a family hike or climb the Great Wall at Mutianyu and then treat the Dad in your family to a lip-smacking barbecue with live music at The Roadhouse. Fresh air, blue sky, wonderful views of the Great Wall. Part of our Roadhouse Grill Series. Download the program and menu
Saturday 26 June 2010 at The Schoolhouse
July THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 3 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 3 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday Night at the Movies After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. The fifth screening in our series will be All In This Tea. Come join us at 20:00 to follow tea expert Lee Hoffman as he travels throughout China in search of the world’s best handmade teas, and learn more about an art that is vanishing.
Sunday 4 July 2010 at the Roadhouse American Independence Day Barbecue What better way to commemorate American Independence Day than a barbecue with family and friends at Mutianyu Great Wall. Fun and games for the kids. Live music for all.
Saturday 10 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 24 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse The Schoolhouse Community Service Day Once a year we say our thank you to the village of Mutianyu by donating a day of labor by our entire staff. We close to the public for this day. But our guests are welcome to join in and we serve a complimentary late lunch to all participants. Come out and make a difference! Saturday 24 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday 31 July 2010 at The Schoolhouse
August THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 7 August 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 7 August 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. This month we'll show the award winning movie Slumdog Millionaire, a story about a boy from the slums of Mumbai who perseveres against all odds. Sunday 8 August 2010 at The Schoolhouse At The Schoolhouse, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – come to our Nature class and see why. Suitable for both children and adults.
Saturday 14 August 2010
Wild Side Noodle Making Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out.Download the menu Saturday 21 August 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 28 August 2010 at The Schoolhouse Country Gourmet Dinner with Live Jazz Every Saturday evening Executive Chef Randhir Singh personally prepares our seasonal fine dining dinner menu to order. Once a month we offer a special Country Gourmet dinner with live jazz and our very own Singing Wine Glasses. Country Gourmet dishes may be taken a la carte or as an entire tasting menu with optional paired wines. Make your booking as we're limited to 24 guests...
September THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 4 September at The Schoolhouse, the Roadhouse and Xiaolumian and the Brickyard Inn Slow Food Saturday The Slow Food movement is all about preserving cultural cuisine, and in doing so preserving local foods, farming and ways of life. Slow Food is the antithesis to large-scale commercial food production and today's fast-food culture. Slow Food brings back the joy in eating, and encourages us to connect over food. That is what we plan to do all day Saturday, as we tour the Great Wall International Cultural Villages of Mutianyu, Beigou, Xinying and Tianxianyu and taste a variety of dishes made from the freshest local ingredients - check event website for details.
Saturday 4 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 4 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. December we'll be showing the Disney animated hit WALL-E, the story of a robot on a fantastic journey to help save the Earth.
Saturday 4 & 5 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse Happy Birthday Schoolhouse! Every year on the anniversary of our opening we like to say a special thank you to our guests. You have sustained our business and allowed us to continue to contribute to our community. This year we offer a free ice cream cone made with your choice of our homemade flavors to every guest who visits during our birthday celebration. Our ice creams and fruit sorbets are made in small batches with no chemical additives or stabilizers.
Sunday 5 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse At The Schoolhouse, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – come to our Nature class and see why.. Suitable for both children and adults.
Saturday 11 September 2010 at the Roadhouse Roadhouse Grill at Mutianyu Great Wall Barbecued meats and veggies hot off our outdoor grill in an incomparable setting under Mutianyu Great Wall. Foot-stomping live music. Let the kids run around our lawns and kitchen garden while you kick back with a cold one (or two!), relax, and soak up the sun and fresh air. Saturday 11 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday 18 September 2010 at Xiaolumian Wild Side Noodle Making Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out. Download the menu
Saturday 18 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse Wednesday 22 September 2010 at Xiaolumian Moon Festival -- Authentic Mid-Autumn Feast Every year people the world over mark harvest time. In Yingbeigou we are close to nature and, along with our village neighbors, we celebrate the Moon Festival with a feast at Xiaolumian. Red lanterns, moon viewing, crisp fall evening, honest food, live folk music. One year it rained and we all crowded into our little peasant's hut and somehow the food and company were even better. Share a traditional Chinese holiday with your family and friends -- an adventure they're sure to remember. We also have several rental homes near Xiaolumian so why not make a weekend of it? This event was sold out in 2009 so we suggest you mark your calendars and book early.
Saturday 25 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse Gregory Burns Reception Schoolhouse Fellow Gregory Burns will be serving as our resident artist during the Fall. Gregory is a Paralympics gold medalist and renowned artist, who during his stay at The Schoolhouse will put his paintbrush to use and exhibit his creations while teaching a variety of classes. Come join us as we welcome Gregory in an afternoon reception at The Schoolhouse, followed by our Country Gourmet dinner.
Saturday 25 September 2010 at The Schoolhouse Every Saturday evening Executive Chef Randhir Singh personally prepares our seasonal fine dining dinner menu to order. Once a month we offer a special Country Gourmet dinner with live jazz and our very own Singing Wine Glasses. Country Gourmet dishes may be taken a la carte or as an entire tasting menu with optional paired wines. Make your booking as we're limited to 24 guests...
October THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR A LA CARTE LUNCH ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Saturday 2 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 2 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. Pulitzer prize winning author Russell Baker said "The American Dream is to turn goods into trash as fast as possible. Analyzing this issue is the acclaimed documentary Trashed, which examines the garbage industry. A must-see for anyone interested in the future of sustainability.
Sunday 3 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse At The Schoolhouse, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – come to our Nature class and see why. Suitable for both children and adults.
Saturday 9 October 2010 at the Roadhouse Harvest Time Our produce will be prime for the picking come early October. Spend the afternoon with us in our private garden at the Roadhouse. Of course we’ll all get to nibble on the goods as we harvest them, and incorporate the freshest of ingredients into our Roadhouse Grill feast. Saturday 9 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 16 October 2010 at Xiaolumian Wild Side Noodle Making Take part in our noodle-making class and then enjoy a village repast, topped off with your own homemade noodles and a generous hot pot.. And if you can't get enough of the fresh air, stay in a China Countryside Hotels rental home or a room at the Brickyard Inn and watch the stars come out.Download the menu
Saturday 16 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 30 October 2010 at The Schoolhouse Halloween Jack-o-Lantern Carving Contest in the Afternoon -- one for kids and one for big kids. Big kids can win a free night in the China Countryside Hotels guest home of their choice. Enjoy the display in the evening along with a fine country dinner at The Schoolhouse.
Annual Caviar Supper with Live jazz Our last Country Gourmet dinner of the year features fresh caviar along with our homegrown, local, and seasonal ingredients. Come for the fusion dinner, the live jazz and the intimate setting. Our popular Caviar supper is limited to 24 guests, so book in advance.
November THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT FOR GROUPS ONLY The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 6 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse Saturday 6 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. Come join us to watch The 11th Hour, an environmental documentary that challenges viewers to change our course lest we are led to an ecological collapse.
Saturday 13 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Thursday 25 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse American Thanksgiving -- Live jazz Our favorite holiday. Come and share a feast and give thanks under the Great Wall of China. Roast turkey and all the trimmings served family style and with a dessert buffet. Live jazz. Kid's playroom with activities hosted by a professional teacher.
Saturday 27 November 2010 at The Schoolhouse Thanksgiving Reprise with Live Music For those who can't get away for Thursday there is still a chance to come together for a real family Thanksgiving at The Schoolhouse. Roast turkey and all the trimmings served family style and with a dessert buffet. Great live music and entertainment on hand. Kid's playroom with activities hosted by a professional teacher. Every year this event has been sold out so make your reservation early!
December THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE CLOSED FOR WINTER SEASON The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Saturday 4 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 4 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse After a Country dinner at The Schoolhouse we’ll get our projector rolling at 8 o’clock sharp. Enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. To celebrate the beginning of the harvest season we'll show the documentary The Real Dirt on Farmer John, a heartwarming story about a farmer that could.
Saturday 11 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse
Friday 24 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse Christmas Eve Supper & Carolling Come out to the Great Wall at Mutianyu for (hopefully) a White Christmas and stay in one of our guest homes. Cook your own dinner or join us for our annual Christmas Eve Supper served fireside in The Smithy. Later in the evening everyone is welcome to join for carolling.. Free hot chocolate and Christmas goodies for all carollers. Christmas at the Wall is very popular so we suggest you book early.
Saturday 25 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse Friday 31 December 2010 at The Schoolhouse New Year's Eve Dinner Dance Imagine ringing out 2011 at the Great Wall of China. Stay in a luxurious guest home from China Countryside Hotels or book a lush room at the Brickyard Inn. Make your own party with friends and family or join the fun at our Dinner Dance with fine dining and live jazz. The Art Room now has a fireplace and a dance floor so get ready to get warm.
January THE ROADHOUSE AND XIAOLUMIAN ARE CLOSED FOR WINTER SEASON The Schoolhouse AND THE BRICKYARD ARE OPEN THROUGH 17 JAN
Saturday 1 January 2011 at The Schoolhouse New Year's Day Champagne Brunch How better to start the year than in the fresh air and under the blue sky at Mutianyu Great Wall. Something for the whole family to remember.
Saturday 1 January 2011 at The Schoolhouse
Saturday 1 January 2011 at The Schoolhouse Come to our last screening of the season and enjoy the freshly popped popcorn, the hot cocoa and the insightful discussion. In keeping with the Beijing chill, we'll show a film that features ice fields and artic creatures: Werner Herzog documentary Encounters At the End Of The World. Where the film shines is in its analysis of perhaps the most fascinating creatures on frigid Antartica: the scientists stationed there to conduct experiments.
Saturday 8 January 2011 at The Schoolhouse Monday 17 January 2011 to Friday 25 February 2011 CLOSED FOR WINTER VACATION |
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