Spring Festival is just around the corner…

Witness master craftsmen carve ornate and colorful engraved lacquer and jade sculptures pieces right in front of you, and then get a chance to try it out yourself.

Watch as traditional Chinese paper cutting experts craft designs appropriate for all festive occasions, and then learn to make your own to take home with you.

Join us for our "GT's DIY Traditional Chinese Crafts Day" at Baigongfang handicraft studio, one of Beijing's most important institutes for preserving the heritage of intangible Chinese culture.

Interested parties should send their informa¬tion (full name, nationality, company and posi¬tion, email and phone number) to xiongsha@ globaltimes.com.cn before January 12.

The event is free for families that have purchased a one-year subscription to the Global Times for 2010 (bring receipt). Only 40 tickets are available, so act fast.

Where: Baigongfang, B12 Guangminglu, Chongwen District

When: Saturday, Jan. 16, 9:30 am to 12 pm

Price: 50 yuan per person, ticket required for entry

Contact: 5293-7571 or 134-8871-2074