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Each week we highlight a new and interesting
piece of antique Chinese furniture!
Cabinets
Small sized, Short Rectangular Wooden Tibetan Bedside
Cabinet - pattern; 4 drawers – Like most of Tibetan
cabinets this wonderful small cabinet doesn't miss
colorfulness of paintings. Especially the painting on
the top which, as Tibetans believe is one very auspicious
pattern.
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
Winter
Package at Park Plaza Hotel Beijing Wangfujing Cosy up this winter at Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing.
From RMB 560.00 per night, the Winter Package offers stylish
ambience, comfortable accommodation and sumptuous buffet
breakfast for two persons. The offer is valid from December
1, 2006 until February 28, 2007. Rates are subject to
15% surcharge. Room is subject to availability. For reservations,
please call (8610) 8522 1999 ext 5231 / 5238 or email
to reservation.beijing@parkplaza.com.
Web site: www.parkplaza.com/beijingcn
Crowne Plaza Club at Crowne Plaza Sanya RMB 1388 per night for Executive Room, Exclusive
Benefits: Daily complimentary pressing for one set of
suit/ Complimentary Breakfast(6:30 to 10:30) at the Club
Lounge/ Free Evening Cocktails and Canapes(17:30 to 19:30)
at the Club Lounge/ Free Tea, coffee, soft drink, juice,
and sweet biscuits throughout the day/ Private check in/
check out at the Crowne Plaza Club Reception/ Free use
of Crowne Plaza Meeting Room for one hours per stay(Please
make advance reservation). 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.cpsanya.com
Kempinski
Resort & Spa Opening Special Offer
Kempinski Resort & Spa Sanya Opening Special offer
from 15 Jan to 31 Mar, 2007, starts from RMB 1068. *The
rate is inclusive of daily deluxe buffet breakfast,subject
to RMB 11/night/pax government tax. * The rate is not
applicable during public holidays. Tel: (0898) 8895 8686;
Website: www.kempinski-sanya.com
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
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
- RMB328net | 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.
"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.
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!
Now you can preview and choose hostels from around China.
Find 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 rates online
with us. Visit http://www.chinatravelnow.com/hostels.php
and search for yourself
Shangri-La
Rice Cake from 22 January to 4 March 2007
Made from glutinous rince and sugar, Nian Gao is a traditional
must-have for Chinese New Year, as it symbolises eternal
friendship and its homophone also means achieving higher
aspirations, from one year to the next. Selection of three
deluxe packaging, a perfect gift for your love ones. Premier
Rice Cake at RMB398 net, Deluxe Rice Cake at RMB138 net
and Fortune Rice Cake at RMB118 net. Available at Gui Hua
Lou. Pudong Shangri-La, River Wing, Level 1. For more information
please call (8621) 5888 3697 or email fbreservation.slpu@shangri-la.com
Lunar
New Year 2007 at The Regent Shanghai Regent Grand Ballroom: February 17 to February
19, 2007. Experience the glitter and glamour of The Regent
Shanghai's Lunar New Year Eve Ball where the finest food
and the best sevice will create a memorable occasion, also
provide big screen TV show.12 - course Chinese set menu,
starts from RMB 1680 per table of 10 persons. For reservations,
please call: (8621) 6115 9702. The Regent Shanghai, 1116
Yan An West Road, ChangNing District, Shanghai 200052 P.R.
China. Tel: (8621) 6115 9988, Fax: (8621) 6115 9977, Email:
shanghai@regenthotels.com,
Website: www.regenthotels.com/shanghaicn
Year
of the Pig Festivities at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Now until February 15, 2007 (inclusive), JW Marriott
Hotel Shanghai welcomes the "Year of the Pig"
by introducing the traditional home-made twin fishes "Nian
Gao" (sweet and sticky rice cake). Chinese Executive
Chef Law's home-made "Nian Gao" comes in a set
of two fishes symbolising long life and good fortune at
RMB118 net per box. Gift vouchers and direct purchases can
be made at the Nian Gao Counter on the Ground Floor of Marriott
Executive Apartments (next to the hotel main entrance) between
9:00 am and 9:00 pm from now until February 15, 2006 (inclusive).
For details please call (8621) 5359 4969 ext. 6402.
Good
Food, Good Wine, Good Company Be sure not to miss out on our first ever Winemaker's
Dinner this January 19th at Raphael's - one in a series
of bi-monthly feasts for wine lovers to come throughout
the year! Five courses of only the finest dishes perfectly
paired with hand-selected wines combined with good company
and entertainment will make your evening complete. This
is no ordinary wine event. Raphael's, 1 Fl, Renaissance
Yangtze Shanghai Hotel, 2099 Yan An Xi Road. RMB 688* per
person. From 6:30 onward. Reservations and enquiries: (8621)
6275-0000 Ext. 2138 (after 6:30 pm) *All prices subject
to 15% surcharge.
Dive
Yourself into the Ice and Snow World Do you want to have a real winter with ice and
snow? Then join us to travel around northeast China. You'll
tour around those main cities in this area, such as Changchun,
Jilin and Harbin. Here you will see those fancy Ice Sculpture
as well as those Russian style architecture. You can also
have those entertainments, such as skee, snow fight, skate,
and so on. If you lucky enough, you will see one of the
4 natural marvellous spectacle in China - Rime (depends
on weather). RMB2650 for 5-day trip (for your referrence),
travel groups leave on every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday,
only Chinese tour guide offered. If you need more information
about this, pls contact us at (8621) 3220 6779.
Enjoy
Hot Spring in Cold Winter Only 23ikms east to Nanjing, Tangshan is a scenic
spot famous of its hot spring resource. There are 47 outdoor
hot spring pools, only RMB128 per person for 4-hour hot
spring bath, including free fruits, soft drinks, desserts
and cigaretts. Let's the hot water bring more warm for
your cold bodies, it should be one of the best entertainments
in winter. For more information, pls dial (8621) 3304
1086
Help
you to Save Money for Massage and Nail Spa Massage: Buy Aroma Oil massage for 1 1/2 hours
and receive additional half hour free of charge (save ¥100);
Nail SPA: Hand Spa treatment for only RMB 90 (RMB180) when
get Acrylic Nails. 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.
Saga
Taekwondo in Shanghai Saga Taekwondo is a professional place for taekwondo
training. All of our members can learn taekwondo techniques
here--and also taekwondo culture. 100rmb monthly card includes
4 classes, or you can choose 200rmb per month for 8 classes.
TEL (8621) 2838 3598
Anli
Fitness We offer fitness treatments which base on Chinese
Medicine and modern technology. No need bant, no pain, no
side effect, 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
Xishun Moving Service As one of the earliest moving services company,
Xishun Moving Service already has 9-year history. At present,
we have more than 30 trucks of different types, and a
batch of bridle-wise staff. We offer different service
for different kinds of moving, including packing, box
rent, remove furniture and so on. We promise for on time
service, 50rmb compensation for every one hour delay,
and clients can pay after the service. Hot Line: (8621)
6639 7515
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 Lng@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 Lng@wab.edu
or call Tel: +8610 8456 4155 Ext 1063 or visit www.wab.edu
for more information.
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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Shanghai
Yuecai Human Resources Company Our company is dedicated to build an efficient
and convenient platform for enterprises and capable people
to exchange their ideas. We also provide professional counsel
service so that people could find suitable jobs. Moreover
we train staff for enterprises. Our telephone number is
(8621) 6229 9232. Address: Room 316 Changning technological
building in Changning District.
Yuyi
Translation Service Shanghai Yuyi Translation Service Company is a
professional translating organization based in China's largest
economic and business center of Shanghai. Yuyi translators
and advisors are carefully selected, most of whom are from
the universities, researching institutes, foreign related
organizations and overseas students. For the time being,
Yuyi is working on the world's major languages of English,
Chinese, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Korean,
etc. We have been well accepted by clients from far and
near which is enabling us to approach to a higher level
of service. 24-hr Service Line: (86) 139 1601 2233, TEL
(8621) 5882 2009, Email: service@yuyitrans.com
Yuanyuan
Wedding Service Marriage is a big event in your life, but usually
the wedding makes the new couple feel very tired. Now, no
need take your time and idea on it, but only get a good
memory for it, Yuanyuan Wedding service will help you to
arrange all the details. We are featuring to outstand the
individuality of the new couple, to make your wedding be
unique. Also, we can help to reserve your honey month after
the wedding. If you are preparing your wedding, pls contact
us at (8621) 6438 5445.
Pixelism
- Peter A. Reiser New Art Works Show
Hai Shi, with familiar name Peter Alexander Reiser, was
born 1946 in Germany. He used technique in his works has
been printing technique, Watercolor painting, oil painting
and drawing. 2002 he found the possibility of digital configuration.
He exited the possibility to improve, change and alienate
realistic photos. He tries to guide the eye of the viewer
as well as with painted pictures.
January 19 - February 2, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352
0256
Combine - Exhibition
of CarloSharkArt (Carlo Nordloh and Zhi Shaqi)
Carlo Nordloh's work combining architectural drawings, handwriting
and human figures in acrylics on paper, usually small sizes
and in series, scanned and printed on canvas in large sizes.
Adding the traditional Chinese drawings and calligraphy
of Zhi Shaqi with the Carlo Nordloh's work in collages on
paper and canvas. Also large prints, presented like Chinese
roll up pictures, including original calligraphy.
January 8-18, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
DECAA 2006 (Extended)
Due to popular demand, Art Scene Warehouse is extending
the exhibition of the top 20 artists of the Dragonair Emerging
Chinese Artist Awards (DECAA) 2006 until the end of January
2007. These Chinese painters were selected from over 1,100
applicants from throughout China and internationally.
January 1-31, Art Scene Warehouse TEL (8621) 6277 4940
Looking Around
Zeng Hao's solo exhibition, you will see a group of latest
works by this artist.
December 23 - January 23, Shanghai Gallery of Art TEL (8621)
6321 5757
Here - Beyond
The group exhibition of 11 painters from China and Germany,
including Max Uhlig, Hartweg Ebersbach, Jerry Zeniuk, Eckhard
Kremers, Xia Yang, Wang Huaiqing, Shang Yang, Zhang Hongtu,
Li Lei, Su Xiaobai and Jiang Dahai.
December 2 - February 2, 2007, Sanxian Art Space TEL (8621)
2931 4209
Cold Fairyland - Bride in Legend Concert
Cold Fairyland is preparing their theme concert "Bride
in Legend", which will be performed in Amsterdam at
the end of this month. Before their leaving, they will have
a preview for fans in Shanghai. 30rmb for entry.
January 19, Yu Yin Tang TEL (8621) 6436 0072
Eric
Clapton Concert
Had got Grammy Awards for 16 times, he is absolutely master
of Rock'n'Roll. Performed on the stage for more than 30
years, he is still popular. He is Eric Clapton. This great
star, who is always on his music journey, will come down
and bring his best music for Shanghai fans. Tickets are
selling for 300-1800rmb.
January 20, Shanghai Grand Stage TEL (8621) 6438 5200
Chao
Yu's Theatre Drama "Thunder Storm"
It is performed for commemorating the 100th birthday of
drama in China. Tickets selling for 50-280rmb.
January 19-22, Lyseum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530
Drama:
My Girlfriend's Name is Ruhua
It is a comedy about a modern love story that happens in
Shanghai. Tickets selling for 100rmb.
January 1-20 (close on Mondays and Tuesdays), Shanghai Grand
Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686
Drama:
How Much Love Can be Messed Up
It is a drama about modern love from female eyes. Tickets
selling for 100rmb and 280rmb (VIP).
December 22 - January 20 (close on Mondays), Shanghai Dramatic
Arts Centre TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Drama:
Romance in D
It is the fourth year that Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre
launches drama for new year celebration. This year they
feature James Sherman's work "Romance in D", this
is the first year they choose oversea drama, and this drama
is being presented in New York, London and Shanghai together
during the New Year period. Tickets selling for 100rmb,
half price with a student ID.
December 23 - January 27 (close on Mondays and Tuesdays),
Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Gem
Box Set Lunch - Otanoshimi-zen
Collection of the finest in Japanese cuisine, these creative
dishes are arranged in one box. RMB70 per box. Available
for lunch from Mondays to Fridays. Nadman Restaurant, Pudong
Shangri-La, Shanghai, Level 2, Grand Tower. For information
and reservations please call 6882 8888 ext. 260 or email
fbreservation.slpu@shangri-la.com.
Price is subject to 15% surcharge.
Monday,
January 15, 2007
******************************** James Bond 007 Party
Sexy, passionate, charming...you can find all of these on
this theme party that organized by XPT from Spain. Tickets
60rmb presale, 80rmb at the door.
Boiling Bar TEL (86) 1391 6472 750
Salsa
Night With Live Band "Azuquita"
Dance teacher from "Salsa Shanghai" to show you
some moves. Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free) from 7-9pm. Featuring
live band "Azuquita".
Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Spanish
Flamenco Band
Every Monday, live music from Spanish Flamenco Band. Free
entry.
4 Live TEL (8621) 6415 0700
Massive
Monday Fiesta
Free Margaritas for ladies till midnight. Introducing Super
Hour 10-11pm, free flow Vodka and Mix for ladies and free
flow Carlsberg for lads.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6434 4104
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
******************************** College Dance Off
At the weekly party, the best competitor will win 2000rmb.
Weekly winners go on to compete in a monthly final for 10,000rmb.
Free open bar from 10-11pm. Ladies wearing a bikini top
get Free Sex On the Beach Shots. No cover charge!
Guandii TEL (86) 1391 8383 512
Addicted
Tuesday
Bon Bon Club presents DJ Steve Morley from UK for this addicted
night. 88rmb open bar for guys, 50rmb for ladies.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Pink
Tuesday
Moet & Chandon rose 50% discount per bottle for couples.
Jade on 36, Pudong Shangri-La TEL (8621) 6886 3636
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
******************************** Gig Live
Live bands performance by Loudspeaker, Mortal, Fools and
Happy Sky. 88rmb open bar.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Live
on Chang Le Lu
DJ from Lab plays his choice of music ranging from underground
hip-hop to funk to downtempo. Stop by the eno store, relax
and listen to some of Shanghai's hottest DJs in a laid back
atmosphere.
ENO Flagship Store TEL (8621) 6386 0120
The
4 Elementz
Guest DJs, Rap, Hip-hop, Doodle Show... 50rmb cover charge,
free entry for ladies.
Guandii TEL (8621) 5383 6020
Thursday, January 18, 2007
******************************** NOI Shanghai VII
Featuring Splinter vs Stalin from Italy, Li Jianhong from
Hangzhou and local band Torturing Nurse. 30rmb cover charge.
Yu Yin Tang TEL (8621) 6436 0072
DJ Seb
Fontaine
DJ Seb Fontaine is one of the most popular DJs in UK. Acted
as resident DJ in Ministry of Sound and Cream, he has performed
around the world.
G-Spot TEL (8621) 6205 7999
Karaoke
Night
1000rmb Drink & Food Voucher to win each night, over
10,000 songs to choose from. Drinks from 25rmb all Night
long for those who sing.
O'Malley's TEL (8621) 6474 4533
Rastafied
Shanghai's finest reggae band "Rasta Tribe" playing
nothing but reggae all night long to keep the heads nodding.
Free entrance & buy one get one free all night.
Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Happy
Night
All night from 7pm onwards, pints of Carlsberg and house