Around town

Published: 12:00am, 11 Nov 2010

Around town

Ngong Ping France Parkour Extravaganza

Free shows and workshops on an extreme sport that combines speed and efficiency. Until Nov 28, various time, Ngong Ping Village, Lantau, free. Inquiries: 3666 0606 or www.np360.com.hk

German Bierfest 2010

Festive event featuring German food, beers and late-night dancing. Nov 11, 6pm-11pm, Nov 12-13, 6pm-11.30pm, Marco Polo HK Hotel, Harbour City, 3 Canton Rd, TST, HK$100 (Sun-Thurs), HK$180 (Fri-Sat), HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2113 3217 or gbfhk.com.

Why Is Science Important?

Tom Brown from the University of St Andrews explains how recent developments in science may provide solutions to global problems such as the creation of carbon-free energy and developing new drugs for rapidly increasing diseases. Nov 11, 6pm, British Council, 3 Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, free. RSVP required. Inquiries: 2913 5159 or [email protected]

Pick It Up - Graffiti Experience

Chokoli Strawberry Events Communication, Xin Wang Prestige and No Borders Art Gallery present a group exhibition featuring works created by French graffiti artists Ceet, Kongo, Soone, Lazoo, Colorz and American graffiti artists Cope2, T Kid and Sonic. Part of the proceeds go to Mother's Choice. Nov 11, 7pm, Dragon- i, UG/F The Centrium, 60 Wyndham St, Central. RSVP required. Inquiries: 3110 1222

The Cove charity gala premiere

EcoVision presents the acclaimed documentary about dolphin slaughtering in a cove near Taijii, Japan, exposing abuse of the species and a threat to human health. Proceeds go to Kely Support Group's programmes for youth development. Nov 12, 9.15pm (ceremony), 9.45pm (movie screening), Broadway Cinemas, The One, 100 Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, HK$250. RSVP required. Inquiries: 2521 6890 or [email protected]

Arts in the Park Mardi Gras 2010

HK Youth Arts Foundation's two-day art project featuring arts stalls, dance performances and a parade. Nov 13, 10am-5pm, Nov 14, 10am-4.30pm (parade starts at 3.30pm), Victoria Park, free. Inquiries: 2214 0266

Responsible Pet Ownership - Harmony in our Communities

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (HK) presents an educational exhibition featuring display boards, video presentations and interactive educational games. Daily, 9am-10pm, Venue B1, 2/F, Central Oasis Gallery, 80 Des Voeux Rd, Central, free. Ends Nov 21

Holiday Bazaars 2010

Shoppinghongkong presents a bazaar offering ladies and children's apparel and accessories, men's accessories, home accessories, jewellery, holiday chocolates and wine. Nov 17, Dec 1, 11am-6pm, Azure Lounge, 29/F Hotel LKF, 33 Wydham St. Inquiries: 9326 3093 or [email protected]

Beer Pong Tournament

A drinking game contest featuring 10 teams competing in four rounds. Nov 17 (first round), Hush Bar & Lounge, 2 Glenealy, Central, 9pm-11pm; Nov 19 (second round), Xperience, G/F, Asia Orient Tower, 33 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, 9.30pm-11.30pm; Nov 24 (third round), Hush Bar & Lounge, 2 Glenealy, Central, 9pm-11pm; Nov 26, 9pm-11pm, The Whiskey Priest, G/F & 1/F, 12 Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2815 7919 Family

Lan Kwai Fong Carnival

Street party featuring more than 80 booths and stalls, interactive games and arts and crafts, plus performances by Sichuan acrobats, Brazilian dancers and African drummers. Nov 13-14, 1pm-late, Lan Kwai Fong, free entry. Inquiries: 2523 8010

Lamma Fun Day

Family-oriented beach party featuring drink and food stalls, games and live band performances. Proceeds go to Child Welfare Scheme. Nov 13, 1pm-11pm, Power Station Beach, Tai Wan To Village, Lamma Island. Inquiries: 3526 7840

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