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Each week we highlight a new and interesting piece of antique Chinese furniture!

 

Doors
Large, Tall Rectangular Wooden Tibetan Door panels - brightly painted; - Various colors and patterns available. Patterns are very original based on supernatural characters from Tibetan mythology. Because of their attractiveness in color and motifs these doors are just perfect for the interior décor just to slide them into a wall or to separate rooms. We have a very distinctive collection of salvaged old Beijing doors suitable for exterior use, as well.

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Adopt a Pet

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

Hotel Deals

Winter Warmth From Only CNY920 Per Room Nightly at Sheraton Hotel Beijing
Terms & Conditions: 1. Room rate for Deluxe room during weekend from CNY920 per room nightly and weekday from CNY950 per room nightly. 2. A minimum of three-night stay is required to qualify for weekend special rates. 3. Rooms and rates are subject to availability. 4. Rates are valid from December 1, 2006 to February 28, 2007. 5. Advance reservation is required. Please quote rate code "APPRO1" for weekend rate and "APPRO3" for weekday rates. Call 800 810 3088 (in China) or (86 10) 6590 5566 ext 2257 for reservations. Book online at Sheraton.com/Beijing and enjoy the Best Rates. Guaranteed. If you find lower online rate anywhere else, we will match the rate and provide you with additional 10% discount or 2,000 Starpoints.

Fabulous Festive Escape at China World Hotel, Beijing
Deluxe Room: RMB1080; Horizon Club Deluxe Room*: RMB1180; Premier Room*: RMB1580. *includes exclusive privileges: access to Horizon Club Lounge, with 24-hour private butler service, complimentary evening cocktails, all-day refreshments, express check-in and check-out. Terms and Conditions: Room rates subject to 15% surcharge per room per night. | Rooms valid for single/double occupancy. | Rooms subject to availability at time of reservation. | Package valid from 15th December 2006 until 15th January 2007 (inclusive). Tel: (8610) 6505-8885 or email: reservations.cwh@shangri-la.com. Or, get a complimentary upgrade to the next room category by booking online via www.shangri-la.com and mentioning "upgrade" in your correspondence

Flowing "Forbidden City in Yalong Bay" - Magic Christmas at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Enjoy Deluxe Room only for RMB 1388 and up. Let's take an unforgettable journey into the magical spirit of Christmas! We offer you a Grand Party with: Sumptuous Christmas Gala Dinner Buffet, flow of house wine and beer, orange juice and soft drinks | Great Chinese traditional entertainment shows | Amazing lucky draw Prize. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888 (mobile) E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn

Quality Living Starts from Landmark Hotel
Beijing Landmark Hotel offers the brand-new Superior Rooms. Each room features broadband Internet access, IDD phone, color TV, a personal safe that makes you feel convenient and easy. Moreover, king-sized bedded Rooms are equipped with glass wall bathrooms. The efficient service is another bonus for your comfortable accommodation. Tel: (8610) 6590 6688 ext. 5283 / 5285 / 5291 / 5292. Fax: (86-10) 6590 7118. Email: rsvn@beijinglandmark.com; Website: www.beijinglandmark.com

Kempinski Resort & Spa is Opening in January 2007
The Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya is nestled on a soft white sandy beach located on the most southern tip of China. Spanning 51.6 hectares of lush tropical greenery and palm trees, the resort is a perfect getaway from the bustling city life. Spectacular views of the sea are yours to relish in the comfort of your own room with private balcony and tub to relax. Indulge in a wide range of spa and wellness facilities or a game of golf nearby. Here, you can choose to relax and do nothing or simply everything... For Sales, Marketing & Catering enquiries: sales.sanya@kempinski.com; For Rooms Reservation Enquiries: reservation.sanya@kempinski.com. Internet: www.kempinski-sanya.com

The Kempinski Hotel Shenzhen is Now Open
390 guest rooms and suites that exude refined luxury. Innovative dining and entertainment options. Chic Wellness Center. Comprehensive meeting and banquet facilities. Impeccable personal service. For information and reservations please call (86755) 8888 8888 Fax: (86755) 8612 3999; Email: reservations.shenzhen@kempinski.com; Web site: www.kempinski-shenzhen.com

Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa Charity Concert on Beach
Live performance by pianist Mr. Kong Xiang-Dong and musician Mr. Li Quan. 26 December, 2006; 8:30pm - 10:00pm. Hilton Beach, Yalong Bay, Sanya. RMB200 admission for charity; free admission for Hilton in-house guests. For more information, please call +86 898 8858 8888 for Reservation Department.

A Masterpiece of a Smart Idea Changing the Way You Stay
Express by Holiday Inn offers a fresh, comfortable and uncomplicated accommodation choice to travelers who value time and money. Express Start Breakfast, Senses Tea, Smart Connect and Simply Fresh Bathroom makes hotels a "smart idea" for your next visits to the cities. For reservations: 400 889 7737, www.expressbyholidayinn.com.cn. Opening Offer*: Express by Holiday Inn Putuo Shanghai - RMB368net | Express by Holiday Inn Shangdi Beijing - RMB398net | Express by Holiday Inn Dalian - RMB298net | Express by Holiday Inn Airport Industrial Park Tianjin - RMB298net. *Valid: from opening date to end of Feb 28, 2007. *Including breakfast up to 2 persons and internet access *Rates subject to availability.

Special Room Rate of City Inn
The City Inn, a brand of budget hotels under the OCT International Hotel Management Co., Ltd, features naturalness, comfort, simplicity and contemporary design as well as speedy and amiable services. Try our new City Inn Qinghui Shunde for only RMB178. Or enjoy our special rate of RMB200/room night for standard room in City Inn ZhuZiLin, City Inn Exhibition Center. Dial our Central Reservation Office 400 830 9996, 400 630 9996 to make reservation or email reservations@octhotels.com or visit www.cityinn.com.cn.

Kempinski Hotel Beijing Executive Package
RMB 1688.00 per night for Executive Room + Airport Transfer. Valid on Fri/Sat/Sun from Sept 1 until February 28, 2007. Additional RMB300 for Mon-Thu. All rates are subject to 15% surcharge. Room is subject to availability. For more details regarding this package, pls click here. For reservations: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5522 / 5533; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com; Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.com

"Winter Rhythm" Special Rate at Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing
Would you believe that you spend only RMB 418 to stay in a 5-star fine art hotel for one night? But it is true at the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing for a limited time. From November 15th, 06 to February 28th, 07, you could enjoy our special rate for a Standard Room at RMB 418. The package includes one night stay in a Standard Room of Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing and one breakfast for one person at Garden Cafe. The rate is subject to 15% service charge and availability. Book now, please dial (8610) 5858 5691.

Autumn, Winter Promotion at The Landmark Hotel, Shenzhen
Shenzhen only 5 star luxury all suites business hotel will offer 60% discount for all suites (RMB 920 + 15%) from October 18, 2006 until February 28, 2007. All suites are 48sq meters and above, complete with extra large bath and rainforest showers, 42 inch plasma television, complimentary broadband internet, "intelligent" air conditioning and double-glazed windows for perfect peace and quite amid the bustling city are just some of the features to compliment your stay. For room bookings, please visit the website www.landmarkshenzhen.com or call reservations department at (0755) 8219 0033.

The Fraser Experience Now in Shekou
Conveniently located in Shekou, there are various restaurants, Bars, international schools, and supermarkets within walking distance | Spacious apartments ranging from 60sqm - 340sqm with apartment features and facilities | 24 hours reception and security with daily housekeeping service | The only 'LEED NC SILVER' certificate winner in China issued by U.S green building council | Flexible leasing terms from daily to long term. Tel: (0755) 2688 3333; address: No.8 Nanhai Road, Shekou, Shenzhen; Email: Sales.shenzhenshekou@fraserhospitality.com; Website: www.fraserhospitality.com

Book a Hostel Room in China!
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Dining Out

Christmas With Hacken Lee at Pudong-Shangri-La
Sunday, 24 December 2006. Featuring an exclusive performance by the ever popular Hong Kong artist Hacken Lee Ke Qin. The perfect setting for a lavish Christmas Eve Extravaganza with traditional offerings, complete with a festive buffet spread. Prizes and gifts to be won. Premier RMB2,388 net per Adult / Premier RMB1,188 net per Child below the age of 12 years. Regular RMB1,988 net per Adult / Regular RMB988 net per Child below the age of 12 years. 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. For more information or reservations, kindly contact our Christmas Reservations Desk at (8621) 6882 8888 Ext. 6888.

New Year's Eve Platinum Package at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
Come and join us for the ultimate New Year's Eve party! Enjoy a sumptuous Champagne dinner at the JW's California Grill with live entertainment and then swing away to live tunes at the JW's Lounge. Guest will enjoy the world's finest with 360 degree views over the city of Shanghai and then stay overnight in the Hotel! The Package includes free flow of Moet & Chandon Champagne, red and white wine; full deluxe bar; 5-course dinner with guest's choice of appetizer, main course and dessert and a one night stay in the Deluxe Room (only valid for December 31). Price per person is RMB2988 net. For reservations please call (8621) 5359 4969.

Experience "Hairy Crab A La Mediterranean" at Raphael's
Executive Chef Alfred Spieler and his culinary team are proud to introduce their newest hairy crab fusion creations. Come and savor a range of mouth-watering dishes including Ginger Infused Crab Soup with Braised Winter Melon, Linguini with Special Crab Meat Sauce and Veal Medallion and Crabmeat Ravioli. Complement your meal with our recommended fine wine and top off your feast with a tasty array of desserts, fine coffees and after dinner liqueurs. Don't miss out on this unique taste of East-meets-West today. Available every evening until December 31st (6:00pm - 10:30 pm). Set menu at RMB 598 or a la carte. For reservations, please call (021) 6275 0000, Ext. 2138.

Travel Information

Colorful Winter Festival in Hong Kong
From now until January 1 is the Colorful Winter Festival in Hong Kong: X'mas Happy Town, White Church, X'mas Bell Tower, Colorful X'mas Tree...all of these will give you and your family the warmest memory. And during this period, Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park will also launch their special festival promotion. Go and take all these surprises, 3450rmb per person 4-day Hong Kong Disneyland trip (includes tax) and 2930rmb per person 5-day Hong Kong and Macao Trip (includes tax and a ticket to Ocean Park). Shanghai China Youth Travel Service, for more details pls call (8621) 6433 0000


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Health & Fitness

Get 200 RMB Vouther for An Aroma Oil Massage
Couples that both purchase a "Give It To Me One More Time" package (400 RMB each) will be given a single 200 RMB voucher for an aroma oil massage. Dragonfly Donghu Tel: 021-5405 0008; Xinle Tel: 021-5403 9982; Hongmei Tel: 021-6242 4328; Shanghai Kerry Centre Tel: 021-6279 4625. Jinan Tel: 021-6327 1193. SRCA Tel: 021-2201 0899. Fuxing Park Tel: 021-5386 0060. Biyun Tel: 021-5030 7382. Changyi Tel: 021-5878 4755. Lianyang Tel: 021-5833 7549. For more information please visit our website: www.dragonfly.net.cn.

Do Best for You
Scarlett Shaping is a professional shaping centre for ladies, which is combined with "Shaping, Alimentation, Medicine and Psychology". Get the name from the character in "Gone with the Wind", with the principle "Do Best for You", Scarlett aims to help all the ladies to be more healthy and charming, and can always keep the best shape. Address: 2F of Building 5, 290 Xuanhua Road, TEL (8621) 6240 4211

Shuyate Fitness
We are a professional fitness club in Pudong District. 1200 square meter practising space with 20 Spinning machines, can offer you different training with your demands. We also have body-building courses, including kinds of aerobics, yoga and different kinds of dances. Now with a fitness card of Shuyate, you can go to the Chamber of East City Garden (1688 Dongfang Road, TEL: 8621-5090 8931) to have a swimming, 14rmb for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Address: 3F, 6 Zhangyang Road, Pudong, TEL (8621) 5835 1777

Relocations

Shanghai Hujia Moving Co., Ltd
With a bridle-wise work team, Shanghai Hujia Moving Company doing moving and freight business. 70% workers are skilled in moving and fix furniture, especially for piano, air conditioner, and so on. We offer different sizes of trucks for different demand, customers can call and choose the size they need in advance. 24 free service line: (86) 800 620 0370

Jiaxing Relocation Service
With 9-year history, Jiaxing has grown up as one of the best creditable relocation service company in Shanghai which with more than 30 moving trucks in different sizes. Service under a standard industry criterion, it helps them to win a lot of customers, and they offer 3 service promises for their customers: 1. 50rmb amends for 1-hour delay; 2. Pay after the service; 3. Will respond the complaints in 5 days. Address: 1580 Jinyu Road, TEL (8621) 6497 5937

Jobs

Operations Manager Wanted at Chinese Culture Club
Responsibilities: Bearing overall responsibility for the Operations Department, which organises all group activities provided by the CCC. | Supervising a staff of about 5 people and ensuring smooth operations. | Giving staff training and guidance on effective working methods, customer communications and service. | Assessing staff performance and monitoring the quality of part-time lecturers and tour leaders. | Maintaining and developing customer relationships and handling complaints. Both Chinese and foreign nationals considered. Negotiable based on experience and background. Click here for details

Production (Sound/Lighting) Engineer
Western Academy of Beijing, a leading international school in Beijing is seeking a Production Engineer with excellent English and extensive experience in managing the operations of sound and lighting systems of such as theatrical performances, discos, outdoor fairs and sporting events. Please email application to Human Resource Manager, Lawrence at hr@wab.edu or call Tel: +8610 8456 4155 Ext 1063 or visit www.wab.edu for more information.

International School Teaching Jobs
Western Academy of Beijing, a leading international school in Beijing has many teaching openings commencing July 2007. Please email application to Human Resource Manager, Lawrence at hr@wab.edu or call Tel: +8610 8456 4155 Ext 1063 or visit www.wab.edu for more information.

English Language Teacher Developer Wanted for Democratic People's Republic of North Korea
Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy Beijing is looking for a suitably qualified ELT professional to work on a FCO-funded English Language Teaching Project in North Korea for approximately six months from 1 February 2007. The successful candidate will deliver quality English teaching and teacher training to students and teaches of Pyongyang University of Foreign Studies (PUFS) and the school attached to the university in Pyongyang. Please note: candidates must be British passport holders and, owing to local restrictions, this post is suitable only for an unaccompanied trainer. For more details of this job opening, please click here

China-Australia Chamber of Commerce (AustCham Beijing) Seeks New General Manager
Responsibilities & qualifications: Busy Beijing-based role managing office of at least five employee | Experience with running membership organizations, event management, marketing & PR desirable | Must have strong knowledge of China and of business | Australian candidate preferred with tertiary degree in related field | Mandarin language an advantage | Reports directly to the board | Enthusiasm and energy a must! Visit the AustCham Beijing website www.austcham.org for full details. Position closes 31 Dec 2006.

Job Openings at ISB
International School of Beijing is seeking qualified candidates to apply for its Middle School Humanities Teacher position (employment period : January 8, 2007 to June 8, 2007). Please visit our website www.isb.bj.edu.cn/employment.html for more details.

Services

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

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management: Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com Contact: Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

Train Your Computer Skill in Dongfang Book Education
Computer skills are necessary for office staff today. If you are a person who still can't use these skills, you have to learn. Dongfang Book Education provides a excellent training environment for you. Dongfang Book Education is an education corporation features computer education and computer book publication. It is accredit by NCIE to manage the NCNE in Shanghai in June, 2002. With the courses here, you can really improve your computer skills and get the final qualification. Address: Room103, Building 1, 90 Dapu Road, TEl (8621) 6303 7177

Richard Wang & Co.
Named as New Century Law Firm before, Richard Wang & Co. is a law firm that founded by several students abroad. Now members here are judges and lawyers with a lot of experience, most of them had high education abroad, so they are familiar with both China law and international laws, and good at dealing with international economic cases. It is also the only Shanghai law firm that has office in New York. Address: 18F, 100 Yan'an Road East, TEL (8621) 6366 5800

Shanghai Best Housekeeping Service
Our service and information offer an organic whole system, including the housekeeping, service, and cleaning. As a professional housekeeping service company that approved by Industry and Commerce department, we won a lot of credit form our clients. Our service tenet is "Safe, Professional and Convenient". Address: Room2302, Building 1, 519 Macau Road, TEL (8621) 5109 9102 / 5107 5693

Let Us Register Your WOFE In China
Shanghai Zhijian Corporation Register Agency is an approved agency to do company registering services for corporations. Based in Shanghai, we have cooperated with those industry and technology bases in and around the city, such as Zhabei Multimedia Industry Bace, Songjiang Industry City, and Jinshan Science and Tech Industry Area. Our service includes consultation, and we can cater to foreigners! Address: Room 611, 381 Wanping Road South, TEL (8621) 6427 3526

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Shanghai Rhapsody
Jiang Weitao's solo exhibition. There is perhaps no other abstract artist who better captures the color, rhythm and pattern of contemporary Shanghai as we experience it. Jiang Weitao's classic brushstrokes counterpoint tradition and modernity in a glistening wash of technicolor, sophistication and excitement.
December 10 - January 12, Studio Rouge TEL (8621) 6323 0833

Alicia Framis Solo Exhibition
Renowned Spanish performance artist Alicia Framis will be launching her first solo exhibition in China. It will be an extension of her previous work Secret Strikes, in which she examines the existential meaning of when people spontaneously stop doing every day activities.
December 1 - January 2, 2007, Shanghai Duolun MoMA TEL (8621) 6587 5996

Depth of Shadow - Lee Yong Doek Solo Exhibition
Lee, Yong-Deok is an artist who has been seeking for a long time the problem of the