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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!
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Antique Furniture |
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 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.
For
more information, please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/
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Adopt a Pet |
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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
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 Hotel Deals |
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Crowne Plaza Sanya
RMB 1788 per night for Lagoon Room, including
15% service charge and enjoy two breakfast for free, complimentary
use of GYM, enjoy private swimming pool and the largest
and comfortable room, experience the best holiday! 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) 3889 8888;
Website: www.kempinski-sanya.com
 Kempinski
Hotel Beijing - Gift for the New Year at only RMB 888.00
Per Room per Night
From February 15 till March 04, 2007. Inclusive: Two Buffet
Breakfast | Valid for our Superior Room Category | Minimum
Stay Two Nights | Free Access to both Health Club Outlets
and Indoor Swimming Pool | Rates are subject to 15% surcharge
| Confirmation of booking subject to availability. For
reservations please contact: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522/5533.
 "Once
in A Lifetime" Valentine Package at RMB699 at Presidential
Plaza Hotel Beijing
Have you worked out your plan for Valentine's
Day yet? How about celebrating your Valentine's Day this
year at the Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing? Enjoy with
your Valentine a tailor made package for only RMB 699.
Pamper yourself with a romantic 3-course candlelight dinner
inclusive of two glasses of house champagne in Sophia's
Restaurant, followed by a romantic evening in a Cupid's
Superior Room. This package is inclusive of breakfast
for two at Sophia's Restaurant and is available from February
10th to February 15th, 2007. Booking Hotline: (8610) 5858
5691 or (8610) 5858 5692; Email: reservations@presidentialplaza.com
 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
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in the air - Happy Valentine's day at The Regent Shanghai
Tongs freshly made gourmet products are simply
not to be missed. Guests can start the day on the right
note with freshly ground coffee and delicious croissants
all prepared for the person on-the-go. Special Valentine's
chocolate are available at tong's. RMB68.00 / 100g, Opening
daily: 07:00am - 10:00pm. For reservations, please call:
(8621) 6115 9988 x 8211. Add: 1116 Yan An Xi Lu, The Regent
Shanghai. For more information of the hotel facilities,
please visit our website at: www.regenthotels.com/shanghaicn
 Year-End
Celebrations at Ai Mei (valid until 25 February 2007)
To welcome the Year of the Pig, reunion feasts replete with
traditional favourites are featured at Le Royal Méridien
Shanghai's Ai Mei Chinese restaurant which offers 3 types
of 10-course menu for RMB 2,380/table, RMB 3,380/table,
RMB 4,380/table and 11-course menu for RMB 5,380/table.
From February 17 through February 25, 2007, Master Chef
Law Yip Lam with his team also fires up the woks with "Prosperity
Menu" featuring 10 courses of traditional dishes, RMB
388 net/person, including Suckling pig combination, Double
boiled shark's fin soup with chicken and wonton in clay
pot, Baked prawns in bouillon and Sauteed shredded beef
with chili sauce. Steamed Mandarin fish, etc. Guests will
also receive Hong Bao and gift bag. For reservations, please
call (8621) 3318 9999 ext. 7700.
 Celebrating
Romance at Raphael's
Planning an unforgettable Valentine's Day for
the special someone? Bring your sweetheart to Raphael's,
where you'll feast on six delicious courses of supreme Mediterranean
cuisine and accompanying fine wines. Romantic tunes, a rose
for your lady and champagne will surely set the mood...Wednesday,
February 14th, from 6:30 pm onward. Raphael's, 1Fl. Prices:
RMB1388* per couple including half bottle of champagne;
RMB1888* per couple including half bottle of champagne and
wine. Reservations: (8621) 62750000 Ext. 2138. *All prices
subject to 15% surcharge. Too pooped to travel home? Continue
your romantic evening in our Deluxe Room for just RMB 500net
or our Deluxe Suite for 1,000net! (Special rate for Valentine's
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 Travel Information |
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Cruise
to Vietnam by "Mona Lisa"
Depart from Haikou and take your trip to Vietnam
by "Mona Lisa", you can enjoy the great sun
rise on the sea in South China, and also tour those famous
scenic spots in Vietnam. No need passport, no need visa,
you can make your dream for going abroad come true. 5-star
deluxe ship with entertainment and food on it. It must
a romantic trip on the sea. Price from RMB4180 per person,
for details pls call (8621) 3218 0500
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Health & Fitness |
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 Love
is in the Air & Carnivale Special
Love is in the Air: Each customer purchasing RMB
300 or more on Massage or Nail Spa services on a single
bill - same day - will receive a free coral candle, while
stock lasts. (value up to RMB170). Carnivale Special: Buy
a Brazilian Wax and enjoy a Deluxe Pedicure at half price
on same day (value RMB150). For more information, pls visit:
www.dragonfly.net.cn
Power
Fencing Club
Fencing, renowned as the "ballet in fighting",
is one of the Top 10 popular sports in the world at pressent,
and welcome in Europe and North America. Power Fencing Club
is the first fencing club in Shanghai, because this sport
combined by entertainment and fitness, it is welcomed by
youth, especially white-collar class in the city. We have
different class for different members, and we also offer
several kinds of member cards price from RMB300-4800 for
you to choose. If you want to join in to this sport, please
dial (8621) 6301 9639 for more details.
Yinghua
Bowling
Occupying 4888 square meters, Ying Hua Bowling
equips the advantage GS96 from America for its bowling ways.
And it is the only Bowling venue in the city to adopt the
automatic shoe-rent system and antisepsis machines. There
are also buffet for drinks and bowling instruments. It is
a suitable venue for leisure, entertainment and fitness.
TEL (8621) 6227 1088
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Shanghai
Fuhui Moving Service
Fuhui moving is a creditable firm that approved
by industrial and commercial and tax departments. With
several years hard working and development after its foundation,
we have become one of the most complete moving service
companies in Shanghai. We can offer trucks with capacity
from 1-5 tons for office and family moving, equipments
moving, long distance freightage and so on. Pls call (8621)
5861 5889 for reservation. Also we have free line for
complain and consultant: 800 820 5969.
Shanghai
Xile Moving Service
As one of the earliest moving service companies
in Shanghai, Shanghai Xile Moving Service Company already
had 10-year history in this industry. At present we have
more than 30 trucks in different types and a group of
bridle-wise staff, and had won a lot of prize awarded
by the government. Xile Moving Service features living
moving and office moving, and has created a transport
system in the city in order to satisfy different clients
in different districts. All our service price is made
following the supervision of the price department. We
guarantee to provide the high quality service for all
of our customers. Contact us: (8621) 6640 5638, Room501,
No.13, Lane 655 Zhenjin Road.
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Marketing Manager, China & North Asia. Study Group (China)
An exciting new position based in Beijing. Very
attractive expatriate salary & benefits. Following the
recent launch of our International Study Centre (ISC) venture
in partnership with a number of highly regarded UK universities,
a position has become available for a high calibre international
marketing manager looking for an exciting new challenge.
We are looking for a UK university graduate with a good
understanding of distribution in an Asian education context.
You will be: A native English speaker with a successful
track record of international student recruitment within
the UK HE sector. For a position description, please write
to Ms Rebecca Zhou, Senior Marketing Assistant: rzhou@studygroup.com
Job
Opening at the British Embassy Beijing
The British Embassy Beijing currently has a job
opening at SMO & Management Section for Protocol Assistant,
open only to qualified British citizens. For more details,
please look up at the Embassy web page: http://www.uk.cn/bj/index.asp?menu_id=158&artid=438
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 Services |
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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
Shujin
Housekeeping Service
Shanghai Shujin Housekeeping Service is the only
housekeeping service group in Shanghai which has chains
in other main cities in the country, which is approved by
the municipal industrial and commercial department and labor
department. With a rich capital and management resource,
we create a professional website for housekeeping service
to offer modernest service for our clients. All the maids
of our company had taken strict training before they been
launched for service. High quality but low charge is our
service tenet, we're trying to make all of our client feel
convenient, satisfied and comfortable. TEL (8621) 6274 5048
Te-Clean
Service
Te-Clean is a young, professional and legal cleaning
service company in Shanghai. We do cleaning, antisepsis
and bugs killing service for factories, offices and other
high-class public venues. High target, high quality and
high efficiency are our service standard. We have a experiential
team with strong management and hard working. To treasure
clients as the same as treasuring ourselves, we are hoping
to offer the best service for all of our customers. Pls
contact us at (8621) 6410 7438 if you need cleaning service.
Yuyi
Translation
Yuyi Translation is a professional language-related
service provider based in China's economic and commercial
center of Shanghai. We offer a whole range of Chinese language
services to meet your business, personal, social and learning
needs. With the translation services that we offer, you
will find language is no longer a barrier between you and
your international customers. And also, you can reach out
to potential customers in every corner of the world. For
more information, pls call us at (8621) 5882 2009, or send
email to yuyifanyi@yahoo.com.cn
Wu
Yimin Legal Agency
One of the first legal agencies in Shanghai, Mr.
Wu Yimin has a lot experience in dealing with international
business cases. The other lawyers in this agency are from
police, law office and court systems, so they are seasoned
professionals who have good relationships. For details,
pls dial: 5539 7630, or email to: wymlawfirm@lawyers.com.cn |
Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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of Shanghai - Lin Yuding Black and White Photography Exhibition
From Nanjing Road and the Bund to People's Square, from
the old lanes beside Suzhou Creek to modern Lujiazui, Lin
Yuding examines the minute details of life in Shanghai through
his camera lens.
February 3-15, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
From
Zush to Evru
The exhibition provides an overview of the already extensive
works of Catalan artist Zush-Evru, who has developed his
creative work under two different alter-egos. This exhibition
is the first activity of SEACEX being held to celebrate
the Year of Spain in China.
January 19 - February 28, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern
Art TEL (8621) 6587 5996
I
Want to Breathe
Joint documentary film exhibition by Li Xinmo and Zhang
Minjie. Titled "I Want to Breathe", the exhibition
will show us every development in the incident that the
miner laborers powerlessly failed to receiver the treatment
for the deadly lung disease.
January 20 - February 6, Juhua Space TEL (8621) 5157 5333
The
Extension of Limbs
Solo exhibition of He Chengyao, who is always enjoying the
reputation for the artistic body action characterized by
the boldness and impact, with the same theme of feminine
human body, this exhibition will be the premieres in China,
displaying her some oil paintings created in recent years,
with exaggerated body action and the rich expressions.
January 20 - February 6, Juhua Space TEL (8621) 5157 5333 |
 Theater &
Performances |
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Drama: How Much Love Can Be Messed Up (Version of Man)
Still about the love story in the modern life, but this
time, it is for men. Tickets selling for 100rmb.
February 2-14 (close on Mondays), Shanghai Dramatic Arts
Centre TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Fanfare
Music Live
Live performance by Fanfare. 40rmb includes 10rmb coupon
for drinks.
February 9, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
The
Gold Trumpeter Concert
Performed by Tine Thing Helseth, one of the most gifted
trumpeter players in the world, who is only 19 years old
now. Supported by Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. Tickets prices
from 80-480rmb.
February 9, Shanghai Oriental Art Centre TEL (8621) 6374
8445
Romantic
Comedy: First Love in Progress
Everybody has his/her story for first love as well as those
memories. It's a gift for your coming Valentine's Day. 100rmb
and 150rmb tickets.
February 9-14, Shanghai Grand Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686
Jeff
Chang 2007 Shanghai Concert
The "price of love songs" in Taiwan, Jeff Chang,
will come to Shanghai for his new concert which will combine
folk elements with pop music. Tickets selling for 180-1580rmb.
February 10, Shanghai Grand Stage TEL (8621) 6438 5200
Animation
Festival
Comic fans in Shanghai can find those visual cartoon stars
on this festival as well as Cosplay Show.
January 2-6, Shanghai International Expo Centre TEL (8621)
2890 6666
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February 5, 2007
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Super Bowl
The game is broadcasted live on over 30 TV screens, including
2 big screens, and the breakfast buffet also includes a
Texas Omelet Station, fresh juices, and unlimited Bloody
Marys and draft beer. RMB218 per sports fan, and subject
to a 15% service charge, you can take in the biggest football
game of the year while feasting on an All-American Breakfast
Buffet from 6am to 11am.
Champions Bar, Shanghai Marriott Hotel Hongqiao TEL (8621)
6237 6000 * 6223
Salsa
Night with live band "Aququita"
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
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,
February 6, 2007
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Addicted Tuesday
Featuring DJ Tom, top Tech-trance DJ from Beatz Only, who
is also the producer of "Reincarnations" and "Samsara".
Open bar from 8:30pm to 3am, 88rmb for guys and 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,
February 7, 2007
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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
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So Much Soul
30rmb cover charge includes 1 free drink, 15rmb draft beer.
4 Live TEL (8621) 6415 0700
Beatzdown
Featuring DJ Base. Open bar from 8:30pm to 3am, Male 60rmb,
Female 40rmb; Male 88rmb and Female 60rmb after 10:30pm.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Friday,
February 9, 2007
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Roger Sanchez
Roger Sanches, one of the well-known House DJs in the world.
Open bar all night long from 8:30pm to 6:30am. 150rmb cover
charge, 100rmb after 2am.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Soul
Traders
Resident DJ V-Nutz (from Shanghai's infamous "The Lab")
& special guest DJ bringing the deep down soul, funk
and nu-jazz. 100rmb open bar from 10pm-2am.
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Saturday,
February 10, 2007
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Tribute to Pink Floyd
Pinkfloyd is the name really matters in our heart, Yu Yin
Tang is going to bring back the golden age of experimental
and acid rock on this night! And you have a chance to get
a ticket to Roger Water Concert (YuYinTang members enjoy
the priority). Maybe there's no chance for us to see Syd
Barrett, but at least we are able to see Roger Waters now.
30rmb cover charge, 25rmb for members.
Yu Yin Tang TEL (8621) 6436 0072
Back
to The Roots
Live DJ show, and B-Boy and MC competition. 30rmb cover
charge, 15rmb draft beer all night long. You will get extra
LAB mized CD as gift.
4 Live TEL (8621) 1377 4244 008
Crazy
Cactus Weekends
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. Every weekend
we're all about the Party! Free Tequila pouring throughout
the night… You have to see it! 375rmb Cuervo Bottles
and 125rmb 6 shots Cuervo.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6434 4104
Sunday, February 11, 2007
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Salsa Night with DJ Lin
Salsa lessons with professional instructors from 8:30pm
till 9:30pm. Lots of fun and an excellent dating activity.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6434 4104
Super
Sunday
Sunday Brunch from 11am-3pm all you can eat for 65rmb; Sunday
cavery 5-9pm, 100rmb includes all you can eat beef, pork,
lamb, chicken and vegetable, include one standard drink.
Live FA Premier League Matches.
O'Malley's TEL (8621) 6474 4533 |
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