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Stand-up
Comedy Rocks Shanghai!
Laughs a-plenty hit the 'Hai with ChopSchticks presented by The
Comedy Tour on Fri July 14th with one show only at 8pm at Third
Degree Music Lounge in 3 on the Bund. Once again we're bringing
back a married couple to perform (yeah, I know, two married couples
back-to-back, it's a long story...). Edgy female comic Bernadette
Pauley opens up for her hilarious hubby Al Ducharme. Tickets are
250RMB at the door and 220RMB in advance. Get tickets now by calling
Sherpas hotline at 6209 6209 or by emailing Shanghai@TheComedyTour.com
or http://www.ChopSchticks.com
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you smart enough?
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to the following questions. Then submit your information
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win great prizes.
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Send in your
favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or funny while
you stayed in China. Send it to sendfunnypics@xianzai.com
with the subject "Xianzai Beijing Funny Pics!". We'll post the
best pics here each week!
Each week we highlight a new and interesting
piece of antique Chinese furniture!
TV
Cabinets & Such
Compatible to house your television, along with the rest of
your entertainment medias...Reproduction extra-large upright,
two section TV cabinet with slide-in doors, (six doors) and
three drawers.Store your entertainment system in hardwood-framed
furniture with the warm appeal and substantial quality of antiques.
Each piece is finished both inside and out in a rich lacquer
that is hand rubbed to reveal hints of the wood grain below.
The TV stand offers both open and closed storage on an adjustable
shelf. The drawers under and above TV storage space are for
holding books, magazines, DVDs, CDs etc.
Each
week we highlight a pet that you can help adopt or foster in Shanghai!
SCAA is Shanghai's
privately run animal protection association, founded and supported
by the expatriate community and dedicated to saving the lives
of homeless companion animals. SCAA helps facilitate adoption
of abandoned animals, educate about pet care, and support animal
shelter projects. For more information please visit scaashanghai.org
Pamper Your Lover with Unforgettable Getaway in Crowne
Plaza Sanya Honeymoon Packages offer: Stay in a Premier Room |
Daily buffet breakfast | One romantic set dinner per stay |
In-room foot massage | Free one bottle of red wine, 2 hours
bicycle rental, and daily flower & fruit basket | Free round
trip airport transfer, etc. RMB2,188net for 3 Days 2 Nights,
RMB2,688net for 4 Days 3 Nights, RMB3,188net for 5 Days 4 Nights.
For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717;
E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com.
Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn The
New Crowne Plaza Fudan Shanghai is Now Open! To celebrate you are invited to stay with us in a
Standard Room on a special rate of RMB 668+ 15% service charge.
This offer is only for a limited time and includes 2 buffet
breakfasts. Located just 15 minutes from the Bund opposite Fudan
University this new modern hotel is close to all city amenities.
Don't miss out of this great opportunity. Crowne Plaza Fudan
is The Place To Meet. For Toll free reservations dial 800 430
4088 or email reservations@crowneplazafudan.com
or visit www.crowneplaza.com
Escape The Summer Heat @ The COOL Place To Meet!! Crowne Plaza Beijing: 1st June until 31August 2006.
Full-day Meeting Package: RMB290+15% per person, Including:
Welcome cocktail | Meeting room rental (8 hours) | One LCD projector
and one screen | Broadband access (2 cables 8hours/day) | 2
times cooling summer breaks (including selections of ice coffee,
ice tea, soft drink, fresh fruits, pastries and ice cream) |
Selection of Chinese and Western set lunch or International
buffet. Valid for meetings of at least 20 Persons and with booking
7 days in advance. For reservations and inquiries, please contact
our Crowne Meetings Director at (8610) 5911 9818 or email to
meeting@crowneplazabj.com.
We guarantee a response within 2 hours.
Five
Continents Representative Special Dishes We invite you to come and enjoy a scrumptious feast
of Flavors from the Five Continents .Our chefs are preparing
a variety of signature dishes from Asia, America, Africa, Europe
and Oceania including Shark's Fin & Conpoy Soup with Seafood,
B.B.Q Pork Spareribs with Chocolate Glaze, Nigerian Spicy Lamb
& Okra Stew, Braised Crocodile with Aloe Vera in Red Wine
Sauce and Crepe Suzette. Live entertainment is provided nightly
for your listening pleasure. Come smell the aromas and join
in the atmosphere! Promotion Time: 6:00pm-9:30 pm; Date: July
10-Aug 30, 2006; Venue: Monsoon Cafe & Lounge, 1st floor.
Reservations: 0755-8350 0888 ext 88605. Price: RMB138/Adult;
RMB78/Child(under 1.4m). Subject to 15% service charge.
Holiday
Inn Resort Yalong Bay Sanya Honeymoon Package Executive Deluxe Ocean View: RMB 3380 (4day3nights).
Package inclusive of: 3-nights accommodation in Executive Deluxe
Ocean View Room | Maximum two daily breakfast per room | Subject
to Rmb11 per person per night government tax | BBQ or HOT POT
or Buffet Dinner for two person | Welcome Fruit | Romantic arrangement
(one bottle of wine & heart shape cake & rose) set up
in room on arrival day | Our Philippine Band (one love song
only) | Free charge for internet | Free use bicycle for two
hours | Free Sanya Airport pick up round way | Late check out
till 15:00. Valid Date: 01 Jun To 31Oct, 06 (Except National
Day 30Sep-06Oct).
Complimentary
Summer Vacation for Kids This summer, kids under 12 and accompanied by adult
guests can enjoy our Family Summer Vacation Package with the
following exclusive treatments: Complimentary buffet or kid's
set menu at the Big Kitchen for every meal; Complimentary use
of the resort's Kidz Paradise with all its recreational facilities,
services and games; Free entrance ticket to Butterfly Valley
and Shell Museum in Yalong Bay; Complimentary classes for kids:
painting, swimming, tennis and dim sum making. Valid from June
15th to August 31st 2006. Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa, Yalong
Bay National Resort District, Sanya, Hainan. Tel: 0898-8858
8888 Toll Free: 800 820 0600, Email: sanya@hilton.com
Weekend
Pampering at Presidential Plaza Valid on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Superior Room:
RMB 650.00 net including: Daily buffet breakfast for 2 persons
in Garden Cafe | For only additional RMB 50 upgrade to Deluxe
Room | Complimentary foot massage for 2 persons on arrival day
| 50% discount for the third night room rate, minimum 2-nights
stay | 50% discount on Internet | Complimentary use of KTV private
room and 50% discounts on beverage consumption in the Presidential
Club | 20% discount on Food & Beverage in Garden Cafe, Dynasty
Jade Garden and Manhattan Grill | 10% discount on Beijing By
Night Tour. Reservations required | Complimentary use of the
hotel's swimming pool, fitness center and sauna | Complimentary
local telephone call | Complimentary laundering of 2 shirts
| Late check out time to 14:00. Website: www.presidentialplaza.com;
Tel: (8610) 5858 5588; Fax: (8610) 6800 5888.
Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Summer Interlude
From now till September 3rd, 2006. Experience the warm welcome
from RMB1225* : Superior Room | Complimentary buffet breakfast
| Late check-out until 03:00pm (subject to availability) | Complimentary
daily newspaper | Complimentary in-room coffee and tea making
facilities | Complimentary use of "Pulse Health Club"
facilities and our top floor swimming pool overlooking the city.
* Rate for single/double and subject to 15% service charge.
For more information, please contact our Reservation Department:
Tel: (8610) 6465 3388; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.khblc@kempinski.com;
Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.com
Book
a Hostel Room in China!
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pictures, comments, and maps for the hostels and then choose
what type of bed and rooms you need. We lots of cities including
Beijing, Chengdu, Kunming, Lhasa, Sanya, Shanghai, and Yangshuo--plus
lots more. You can securely book online and find the cheapest
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Carnival
on the Water As part of Hangzhou International Leisure Expo 2006,
Shuangxi is the place to enjoy water entertainment. To celebrate
the Expo, from July 7 to September 28, Shuangxi is holding "Carnival
on the Water"--you can enjoy rafting and other entertainment.
Shuangxi will soon also hold the International Rafting Competition,
which will be a special experience you can't miss. For more
information, pls contact the management office of Shuangxi Scenic
Spot, TEL (0571) 8850 1888
Waxing
Treatments Specials
Purchase waxing treatments worth 300 RMB or more and enjoy a 50%
discount on a whitening treatment for either the hands or feet.
Offers are valid only for cash and credit card payments. For more
detail information please vistit: www.dragonfly.net.cn
Y Wellness Club Supported by YMCA Shanghai, Y Wellness Club is a complex
for body-building and fitness. We offer 14 different courses,
including aerobics, boxing, ballet, yoga, hip-hop and so on. Our
coaches come from China, Japan and Korea and we will give our
members personal training. We have different member cards for
you to choose, then you can also enjoy badminton, pingpong, sauna,
and facial consultants service. Address: 5F of YMCA Shanghai,
188 Hanzhong Road, TEL (8621) 6317 8789
Anli
Fitness We offer fitness treatments based on Chinese Medicine
and modern technology. No pain, no side effects--we'll help you
to lose your weight easily. Whole body treatment: RMB680/10 times,
Partial treatment: 380rmb/10 times, Facial treatment: RMB680/10
times. Anli Fitness Service, Address: Room 1201, Site B, 1398
Lujiabang Road, TEL (8621) 6312 6266
Shanghai
NGS Moving Service We have more than 40 trucks in different sizes and
80 staff to help you move. Our motto is "first-class service
+ reasonable price = 100% satisfaction". We believe that
the satisfaction from our clients is our biggest success. Address:
3671 Gonghe Xin Road, TEL: (8621) 6640 0931
Member
Relations Manager Wanted at the Capital Club The Capital Club, Beijing's Premier Business Club, is
seeking a fluent English-speaker for the position of Member Relations
Manager. The responsibilities of this post include organizing
events and activities at the Club, business and social; producing
communications materials, including the Club's magazine; and the
Club's website. The successful candidate should have experience
in event management and communication, and preferably have experience
working in hospitality, as well as fluent spoken and written Chinese.
Please send a CV and cover letter to Mr. Zhang at hr@thecapitalclub.com
Computer Network Installation and Security Call
CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web
servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai
and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor
outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn.
Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn
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Copy
Machines for Rent Shanghai Hongda Copiers Centre is a professional corporation
for copy machine rental and maintenance. We offer copiers in different
types and brands, including Canon, Toshiba, Konica, Sharp, and
so on. We offer free maintenance for those copiers we rent out.
Sign a rental contract for more than 3 years, you will get 3 months
for use free. We also have second-hand copiers for sale. If you
need a copier for your office, pls contact us on (8621) 6478 1434.
Jinyi
Cleaning Service Jinyi Cleaning Service offering not only the cleaning
service but also downcomer dredging service. We have collected
lots of experience and own professional equipments. All of our
staff have taken strict trainings, and their service won a great
credit. What we are working for is to return the clean environment
back to you. Address: RM101, 13 of 776 Lane, Wanhangdu Road, TEL
(8621) 6210 0070.
Rundong
Home Economics Featuring the high-class market in Shanghai, Rundong
Home Economics is a professional home service corporation for
housekeeping training, employment and service. Our trainers and
managing team are full of experience, and our trainees got a lot
of praise from our client. We divided our trainees in 5 classes
for different clients, service includes housekeeping, nursing,
home secretary and so on. If you need our service, pls dial (8621)
5059 6326
Propak
China / DairyTek China and BevTek & BrewTek China
July 11-14, Shanghai New International Expo TEL (8621) 2890 6666
The 10th China
Shanghai International Wedding Photo Graphic Equipment Exhibition
July 13-16, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888
Loris Cecchini
Solo Exhibition - Cloudless
In the work of Loris Cecchini (b. 1969), photography, drawing,
sculpture and installation blend into a single poetics in which
the key element is transfiguration.
July 14 - August 4, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621)
6587 2530
33 Artists:
Spanish Prints
This exhibition features 33 established artists from Spain and
explores the history and techniques of Spanish printmaking after
the civil war of 20th century. Highlights include a number of
tiptop works by Spanish virtuosos like Antoni Tapies, Enrique
Brinkmann, Lucio Munoz, Eduardo Chillida, to name a few.
July 15 - August 13, Zhu Qizhan Art Meseum TEL (8621) 6540 5637
The 6th Shanghai
International Photographic Art Exhibition
To be held in every two years, it is the largest photographic
exhibition in China. Photographers from 40 countries and regions
will take part in this exhibition.
July 9-14, Shanghai Everbright Conversation & Exhibition Centre
TEL (8621) 6475 3288
West Meet
East
The group show of the Art Institute of Chicago.
July 9-22, The Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
Double Rooms
The twin solo exhibitions of video and photographic works by two
fledgling artists Cao Fei and Jiang Zhi.
June 23 - July 12, Zhu Qizhan Art Museum TEL (8621) 5666 1967
I, China
The first Chinese designer platform toy exhibition, which is a
celebration of Chinese modern artists, including design works
from 60 Chinese designers.
June 29 - July 31, Da Space TEL (8621) 6328 0738
Whispers
The solo exhibition of Niu An, who is one of Shanghai's most exceptional
artists. Her vibrant calligraphic expressionism is in a class
of its own. Her strokes are swift, passionate, strong …and
whisper words of wisdom.
June 18 - July 14, Studio Rouge TEL (86) 1380 1741 782
Italy Made
In Art: NOW
Curated by world renowned master Curator Achille Bonito Oliva,
a brilliant showcasing of major contemporary artists and designers
from Italy.
June 1 - July 15, MOCA Shanghai TEL (8621) 6327 9900
From Flash
to Pixel - International New Media Exhibition
Featuring works by 16 artists from 10 countries.
May 21 - July 11, Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621)
5033 9801
Drama:
How Much Love Can Be...
This drama features those love stories in the modern city. Tickets
selling for 100rmb.
July 11 - August 10 (Close on Mondays), Shanghai Dramatic Arts
Centre TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Crow and Sparrows
Adapted from the same film which was produced 50 years ago, this
drama is telling the old story happened in Shi Ku Men of Shanghai.
July 12-16 (Performed in Mandarin), Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre
TEL (8621) 6473 0123
July 21-23 (Performed in Shanghainese), Majestic Theatre TEL (8621)
6217 3311
Din &
Tonics
An elegant evening with some witty cappella thanks to the world
famous Harvard "DIN & TONICS" plus support from
live band. Tickets 150rmb presale, 200rmb at the door, including
2 drinks and hors d'oeuvre.
July 15, Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Alan Tam Shanghai
Concert 2006
Tickets selling for 80-880rmb.
July 15, Shanghai Stadium TEL (8621) 6438 5200
Fantastic
Harmony
Vocal concert by Wei Song, Yang Xiaoyong, Chi Liming and Zhang
Feng. Tickets selling for 80-580rmb.
July 15, Shanghai Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6386 2836
Love Letters
This short two-character play is based on the love letters of
Russian playwright Anton Chekhov and his famous actress wife,
Olga Knipper. Performed in Mandarin. Tickets selling for 100rmb.
July 6-31 (close on Mondays and Tuesdays), Shanghai Dramatic Arts
Centre TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Lunch
at Gourmet Great selection of Hot Grilled Panini Sandwiches with
your choice of a Soup or Mixed Salad, Dessert and Beverage from
RMB 48 each. Set lunch from RMB 72 are also available daily from
11.00am to 3.00pm. For reservations / enquiries: (8621) 6882 8888
ext. 270
Monday,
July 10, 2006
******************************** Monday Fiesta
The Biggest Monday night in Shanghai! Free Margaritas for ladies
till midnight. Pure 90's classics all night. Ask for Free Monday
Fiesta Privilege Cards to get half price discounts throughout
the summer!
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6433 4104
Air Hostess
Night
Free entry and drink, even free coach for every air hostess. Funky
house music by DJ Benny.
8pm till late. Club Platinum Miu TEL (8621) 5459 0125
Industry Monday
Mint TEL (8621) 6247 9666
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
******************************** Wine Flight
150rmb includes 5 glasses of special selected wine all night!
Air TEL (8621) 5239 5409
All You Can
Eat B.B.Q
All You Can Eat B.B.Q for only 50rmb!
6-9pm, O'Malley's TEL (8621) 6474 4533
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
******************************** No Man's Land 1 Year Anniversary
Features DJ Marius and Hess. Free entry for ladies between 9pm-12am,
including free Vodka and softdrinks. Open for guys after 10:30pm.
Mint TEL (8621) 6247 9666
I.B.Meeting
All IBM employees round up for discounted food and drinks.
7:30pm till late. Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
The Legendary
Ladies Night
Free Margaritas for all the disco dollies until 12am. 60rmb special
menu for women. DJ's Ian and Joy play all your favorites from
the 80's.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6433 4104
Girls Night,
Boys Hour
Free drink and Funky House music for all girls from 9pm to midnight,
later to 1am is the Boys Hour, all the guys can buy 1 get 1 free
for the standard drinks.
Fabrique TEL (8621) 6415 1600
Thursday,
July 13, 2006
******************************** Set Wine Dinner
150rmb per person includes 2 courses of dish and 2 glasses of
carefully selected wine. Booking a table for over 6 persons, get
one more free bottle of sparkling wine.
6-10pm. Air TEL (8621) 5239 5409
We're Jammin'
60rmb open bar for 2 hours free flow draft beer from 9-11pm, but
half price is you have real tattoo.
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Latin Night
25rmb Mojitos and Pina Coladas, 80rmb Chicken and Steak Fajitas
which include shot of Cuervo. Featuring latin music.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6433 4104
Friday, July 14, 2006
******************************** GodsKitchen Worldwide Party
Features DJ Mark Knight, one of the hottest DJ in the UK today.
Special performance from the GK Angels as well.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Magic Blue
Concert from Cold Fairy Land
30rmb cover charge, one free drink for whoever dress in black
or blue.
Yu Yin Tang TEL (8621) 6436 0072
Soul Traders
Resident DJ V-Nutz & special guest DJ SHIGE (JP) bringing
the soul & original funk music to the tables with some nu-jazz
and breakbeat. 100rmb open bar from 10pm-2am. Carlsberg beer and
Standard drinks 10rmb after 2am.
Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Crazy Cactus
Weekend
Dance on the bar while our Party DJs mix 4 decades of new and
classic tunes. Famous 60oz Margaritas, large selection of Tequilas
and plenty of specialty cocktails to enjoy. 20rmb Taco bar in
the garden for the peckish. Free Tequila pouring throughout the
night! 375rmb for Cuervo Bottles, 125rmb for 6 shots Cuevo.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6474 6166
Saturday,
July 15, 2006
******************************** Stanton Warriors
Founded by Dominic Butler and Mark Yardley, the group "Stanton
Warriors" is the most talented DJs group for nu-skoolbreaks.
This time they will bring their new album "Stanton Sessions
Volume 2" to Shanghai.
Babyface Huaihai TEL (8621) 6375 6667
Din &
Tonics
An elegant evening with some witty cappella thanks to the world
famous Harvard "DIN & TONICS" plus support from
live band. Tickets 150rmb presale, 200rmb at the door, including
2 drinks and hors d'oeuvre.
Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Sunday,
July 16, 2006
******************************** All You Can Eat Sunday Roast & Beer Deal
Sunday Roast 2 hours all you can drink Draught Lager & House
Wine for only 200rmb.
6-8pm. O'Malley's TEL (8621) 6474 4533
Sunday Mexican
Buffet
100rmb all you can eat Mexican Buffet includes a pint of Carlsberg
Draught or a glass of house wine.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6433 4104
Musical
Drama: Lion King
This famous Broadway drama which was successfully performed in
many countries will first come to Shanghai to have 100 performance.
Tickets selling for 140-2000rmb.
From July 18, Shanghai Grand Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686
Black Eyed
Peas Concert in Shanghai 2006
Chivas presents the Grammy Winner Black Eyed Peas on Shanghai's
stage, they will show all of the fans here what the hip-hop is.
Tickets selling for 180-880rmb.
July 20, Shanghai Grand State TEL (8621) 6438 5