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Each week we highlight a new and interesting
piece of antique Chinese furniture!
Table This small heavy carved black alter table with dragons carving would be perfect as a center piece of another tall consol table with simpler lines. This table could be ideal as a small coffee table or side table for putting different decorative items like candles or plates of potpourri. Also, ideal as an extravagant stand for porcelain vases or sculptures.
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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
Sofitel Xanadu Resort Hangzhou - May Golden Week Package
From RMB588 net per room per night. From 1 May to 7 May 2007 (must book before 20 April): One night Superior Garden Room accommodation / International buffet breakfasts for two adults / Complimentary use of state-of-the-art in-door swimming pool / Complimentary use of international standard gymnasium / Late check-out till 14:00pm;*Pay additional RMB100 get "Upgrade Option" including: Deluxe Garden room / One Brazilian barbecue / Exciting leisure activities. 3318 Fengqing Avenue, Wenyan Town, Xiaoshan Hangzhou 311258, China; Tel: (86571) 8388 0888; E-mail: reservations@sofitelxanadu.com; Website: www.sofitel.com/asia
Redefine
Leisure & Luxury Lifestyle at Kempinski Hotel Sanya,
We Serve You Differently! Ocean Escape package from RMB 1288 nett per
night at Deluxe Ocean View Room, inclusive of daily buffet
breakfast, RMB300 Food & Beverage credit per day,
welcome fruit upon arrival, 20% discount on Angsana Spa
(selected treatments), late check-out till 16:00 (subject
to room availability), free local and newspaper, free
access to Gym room, swimming pool, Kidz kemp and beach
activities. Valid from March 10th to July 10th, 2007,
and not applicable for Labor Holiday. For more information
please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com
Tel: 86 898 3889 8888.
The Home of Mr. World 2007 A rare opportunity to meet
with the world most desirable man to experience the most
memorable moments! Relax and reconnect at Crowne Plaza
Sanya - The Place to Meet in Yalong Bay. Mr. World Special
Rates from RMB1,288, Including three meals for two persons,
round ways between hotel and airport, enjoy one soft drink
in Tradewinds lounge or Havana Plaza. 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
Celebrate
a "flowered" Easter at Sheraton Sanya Resort!
Bonding is invited. Celebrate a "flowered" Easter
at Forever Tropical Paradise - Sanya! From 6 to 10 April,
join the egg hunting in the lush garden, explore bouncy
castle by the sandy beach and enjoy a bottle of "Perrier
Jouet" champagne. Amazing live body painting make
the Easter holiday a memorable one at Sheraton Sanya Resort.
Because you don't just stay here. You belong. For enquiries
and reservations, please dial (86-898) 8855 8855 ext.
8371.
5-day Sambu Detox Tour at Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa
Healthy specialists from Switzerland are invited to take personal care of your 5-day tour of body detox and rejuvenation. The package rate starts from RMB12,800 per person for 5 days. For more information and reservation, please call 86 898 8858 8280 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm). Price is subject to 15% surcharge and government tax. Offer is subject to availability and reservations. Email: sanya@hilton.com, Website: www.hiltonworldresorts.com
Hotel
Equatorial Qingdao Spring Promotion.
Newly renovated room only at RMB588+ from April 01, 2007. The hotel is located in the heart of Qingdao City, restaurants, meeting facilities and all-in-one convention and exhibition center with everything to meet your needs. For reservation, please call (0532) 8575 5025; Email: info@qnd.equatorial.com; Website: www.equatorial.com
Kempinski Hotel Beijing - Weekend Rendezvous from Rmb1200 per room per night from Friday to Sunday
Enjoy a relaxing weekend, escape your daily stress and clear your mind at Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center. From March 1 to August 31, 2007. Valid for superior room category | Rate is subject to 15% surcharge | Confirmation of booking subject to availability. For reservations please contact: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522.
Special
Experience in City Inn Yuandong, Huizhou & Yunhe,
Humen: RMB178 The newly launched budget hotel City Inn brand
is growing rapidly and already counts 6 inns in Guangdong
Province with new hotels soon to open in Beijing, Guangzhou,
Foshan, Zhongshan, and Shenzhen Baoan, Longgang. Call
for the reservation and a surprise will be waiting for
you! Book your reservation on www.cityinn.com.cn,
or call 800 830 9996, 400 830 9996 or 400 430 9996 for
enquiries, please.
Suite
Deal at Presidential Plaza Hotel Beijing at RMB 1228 You can enjoy: Complimentary Executive breakfast
in Executive Lounge or Sophia's Italy Restaurant | Arrival
limousine pick-up from airport or transfer to first business
appointment per day (within 3rd ring road) | 20% discount
on all Food & Beverage outlets | One piece of business
shirt / blouse laundry per day | Free internet | Unlimited
local calls made within Beijing. Reservation: (8610) 5858
5588 ext. 8692.
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An Sunday Of Food & Fun
The Regent Shanghai Sunday Brunch is arguably the most extensive international brunch available in town, presenting a virtually limitless choice of cuisines from around the world. RMB388 per person includes an excellent variety of free flow Laurent Perrier Champagne / wines, soft drinks, fresh juices and local beer. RMB218 per person includes soft drinks and fresh juices; RMB128 per person children's packages (6-12 years)including soft drinks and fresh juices. *All prices quoted are subject to 15% surcharge. 2/F The Regent Shanghai, 1116 Yan An Xi Lu, Tel: (8621) 6115 9627 / E-mail: o2on2.shanghai@regenthotels.com.
A Veritable Beef Feast at Raphael's
Starting this March, Raphael's brings you only its finest beef dishes with Mediterranean flair! Feast on our Chicago Grilled Fillet, the Chef's Special Tartar, Kobe Beef and so much more! Cooked anyway you like it and served with bottomless salad topped with our signature dressing and of course don't leave without trying one of our decadent desserts! Prices a la carte and subject to 15% surcharge. Venue: Raphael's, 1st Floor Renaissance Yangtze Shanghai Hotel, 2099 Yan An Xi Road. Time: 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Reserve your table today at (8621) 6275-0000 Ext. 2138.
Daily Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or click here
Take Advantage of May's Special Fares
Enjoy extra savings from Shanghai to Vancouver. One way fares are available for only RMB3, 200! Enjoy additional savings from Beijing to selected cities in Canada. Terms/restrictions apply. For more information and reservations, please contact an Air Canada office in Beijing (010) 6468-2001 or Shanghai (021) 6279-2999. Time is running out. Book today and save. Web site: www.aircanada.com
New:
Beijing-Stockholm Direct
Start 26 Mar, Scandinavian Airlines will open its direct
flight from Beijing to the Sweden Capital. Don't miss
the great fares: Economy from 4,500rmb, Economy Extra
from 10,500rmb and Business from 14,500rmb. Booking: 010-8527-6100
or 021-5228-5001.
Fantastic Bloomy April Trip
Spring comes, it is bloomy season again. Come with us for a fantastic trip to Hengdian, you can cruise the upriver part of Huangpu River, and the amazing Shenli Gorge is waiting you there, take a deep breath to enjoy the fresh air on the top. Also you can tour the famous film city: walk in the street of Song Dynasty, row the boat in Water Town, have an experience for the biggest rainstorm in Asia, and join a needfire by Wa Minority from Yunnan. All above only takes 318rmb per person (meal in not included), if you want to take this trip with us, pls dial (8621) 3304 1086 for more information.
Special
Discount on Massage and Nail SPA
Massage: Hangover Relief Massage - pay for one leg and receive
the second leg free (save RMB68); Nail SPA: 50% off on all
diamond for nails. Dragonfly Donghu Tel: (8621) 5405 0008;
Xinle Tel: (8621) 5403 9982; Hongmei Tel: (8621) 6242 4328;
Shanghai Kerry Centre Tel: (8621) 6279 4625. Jinan Tel:
(8621) 6327 1193. SRCA Tel: (8621) 2201 0899. Fuxing Park
Tel: (8621) 5386 0060. Biyun Tel: (8621) 5030 7382. Changyi
Tel: (8621) 5878 4755. Lianyang Tel: (8621) 5833 7549. For
more information please visit our website: www.dragonfly.net.cn.
Fit & Young Gym Centre
Located near People Square, Fit & Young Gym Centre is a high-class fitness centre features white-collars. The good location, convenient traffic and excellent environment make it as one of the best choice for those elites who want to escape from their business for bodybuilding. We adopt "PRECOR" and "CYBEX" to equip our facilities, both are produced in America. Also, we have a professional coaches team to provide training for your fitness, and make a individual plan according to your requirement. We ensure "kind smile, professional training and circumspect care" for our members, it will be a good place to help you get rid of the pressure on you, and make you enjoy your life. Join us now and become a member, pls call (8621) 6361 9820
T&P Health & Beauty Spa
Combined with western and eastern styles, with independent rooms, this place keeps you away from the noise of the city. And the special treatments you can get here are not only for your body, but also for your heart and soul. Specialties: T&P Pathology Natural Therapy (RMB580/90 mins), Special Aroma Facial Massage (RMB380/90 mins), and Special Emperor Palace Aroma Foot Massage (RMB158/90 mins for two people). Open hours: 11am-11pm, TEL: (8621) 6445 7107.
Yinjie Fitness Centre
Designed by professional fitness experts, we provide an excellent environment for our members. The center is divided into 4 parts: training field, lounge, dressing room and shower room. The coaches can offer a general physical evaluation, and make a personal training plan for you. You are welcome to join in and be one of our members. TEL (8621) 5090 3253
Shanghai Xincheng Moving Service
Founded in June of 1994, Shanghai Xincheng Moving Service Company is a professional entity for moving service which is approved by traffic, industrial and commercial, public security departments. We base in Pudong, located near Nanpu and Xupu Bridges, where has a good location to spread our business all over the city. We have a good trained team and complete facilities for that can meet different kinds of demands for moving service. Our service is featuring "convenient, in time, economy and creditable". Our name "Xincheng" means "New Town", we hope can help you move to a new environment with our high quality service. We offer 24-hour service, customers can pay after the service, 20% off for martyr families, single senior citizens and teachers. For our service, pls call (8621) 5084 0086
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.
Native English Teachers Wanted at Berlitz
Berlitz Beijing are looking for full and part-time adult teachers to join our enthusiastic and motivated team. We also have an exciting and unusual project for two female teachers which involves 28 days teaching every other month. This is a contracted and well paid opportunity for females who want something different and have a passion for teaching. For both assignments, you must be a native English speaker with a University degree. You will receive training in the famous Berlitz method. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244 / 0255/0274.
Kids Teachers Wanted at Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz Beijing is looking for enthusiastic teachers to teach English to kids ages 4 - 15 years on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m. We also need teachers for kindergarten teaching 4 mornings a week. Berlitz has its own kids material, which for some ages incorporates the well-known Sesame Street characters. All of our material is fun to teach. You must be a native English speaker and enjoy teaching kids. Experience is not necessary, as training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.
Director of Development, Asia
Five star hotel group seeking a Director of Development for Asia region, reporting to VP Development. Responsible to identify development opportunities through industry contacts, related commercial departments, owners and developers, market research, site inspection, feasibility and financial analysis, forecast and assessments, presenting studies, communicate and report preparation, primary project negotiation with back-up support. Work base in Shanghai or Hong Kong. Candidates required with bachelor's degree in marketing, finance or hospitality or MBA; minimum 2 years work experience & proven track record in hotel real estate or corporate development role with international hotel company. Strong communicator, hotel knowledge, financial acumen, conceptual skills, articulate verbally, legal experience an advantage, Asian language proficiency. Qualified individuals to forward CVs to rachel.jiang@pmsr.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
International
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Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash
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Academic Translation Agency
Acme Translation (Academic Translation Agency) is a professional translation company approved by and registered with National Industrial & Commercial Administration Bureau. In addition to a great number of competent staff, we also have close relationship with many famous universities and research institutes. Experienced experts, professors and doctors who have relative working background or overseas studying experiences are surely capable of meeting your requirements on translation quality. We have significant expertise in translating documents in sectors like engineering, medicine, law, patent, and business affairs etc. Whether you are an international organization or small firm, we are pleased to offer you excellent translation service of international standards. Contact us, pls call TEL (8621) 6886 2122
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.
Rolmax Law Office
Rolmax Law Office, one of the private law firms in China specializing in shipping and commercial affairs, commenced practice in June 1995. The work team of Rolmax consists of 12 partners and nearly 50 experienced attorneys, many of whom possess Master's and Doctoral legal degrees from the foremost universities and institutions worldwide. Most of the members of Rolmax are professors on the faculty of law at the renowned Shanghai Maritime University, thereby offering the clients of Rolmax the confidence of knowing that Rolmax stands at the forefront of legal theoretical and practical developments in maritime law in China. For consultation, pls dial TEL (8621) 5820 7399
Caring the Whole Family to Their Home
Tianyuan Household Management Service Company is officially established in the year 2000 after being authorized by the relative department of Shanghai. Taking "passion, empressement, high quality" as our purpose, we established network facing the whole city. Staff in our company are trained by formal institute like Women Cadre School, "customer the first, Service the best" is always our unflagging pursuit. We provides various household services, our commitment is "Caring the whole family to their home". No.926 South Baotou Road, Yangpu District. TEL: (8621) 655l 2375
ArtFutura
Supported by Consulate General of Spain, it features on contemporary arts in China and Spain. Artist Marcel.li Antunez will have a live performance on April 12.
March 31 - April 15, Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 5033 9801
Stranger's Journey
Solo exhibition of Hu Xiangcheng, involving his paintings, sculptures and equipments, which combines art with environment.
April 4-17, Shanghai Art Museum TEL (8621) 6327 2829
Golf - Sport
The series of works, involving oil painting, sculpture and environmental arts, starts from Liu Liye's oil painting in 1999. These works have been beyond painting itself, but got a new art spirit from a new art point.
April 7-18, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
Feng Dakang - solo exhibition
Feng Dakang is an artist who is obsessed with architecture, decay and destruction. Feng Dakang paints man-made structures, with many details of their beauty, in a state of semi-decay or destruction.
April 7-20, Art Scene Warehouse TEL (8621) 6277 4940
696 Weihai Road: Contemporary Art Scene in Shanghai & Open Workshops
The art exhibition will contain two parts. The first part is the Contemporary Art Scene in Shanghai exhibition at the Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art in which 22 artists will participate under the collective identity 696 Weihai Road. This will profile the contemporary art scene in Shanghai with various art forms. The second part includes the opening of the artists' workshops at the site of 696 Weihai Road and continues with the theme of the exhibition.
April 8-20, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 6587 5996
A Tale of Marine Blossoms - Jiang Zhenxiong Photography Exhibition
In the last two months, Jiang took natural snapshots during Ying Zhong's performances. Then he borrowed and utilized ideas from classical techniques to reveal the blazing beauty of Ying's life. The cooperation started from fun and pursued fun.
March 28 - April 5, Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256
Art & Cuisine Vol. 01
Changing seasons, changing colors...It's a great taste combines art and cuisine, which features works by Photographer Eric Leleu and food by Chef Michael Wendling as well as Luscious Wines. Dinner March 29 Only, 7pm onwards.
March 29 - April 4, Allure French Restaurant, Le Royal Meridien Shanghai TEL (8621) 3318 9999 * 7022
Mei Lanfang on The Stage - Photograph Exhibition
Mei Lanfang, the master of Peking Opera, is one of the most famous artists in China. This exhibition will display his classical moments on the stage by those old photos from the 20s to 60s of last century.
April 1-30 (close on Mondays), Unique Hill Gallery TEL (8621) 5410 4815
Cha Min-Young Solo Installation Exhibition
The arts of Cha Min-Young are not having the dazzling visual effects but amplifying the curiosity. The curiosity entices spectators into the arts and slowly indulges them to get into artist's "hidden aesthetic". In each art, artist stages two equipments to show existence and absence.
March 20 - April 3, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 6587 2530
America's Beautiful Voice - Renee Fleming Recital Concert
Soprano Renee Fleming has absolutely one of the best soprano voice for opera. In the past decade, her voice had resounded in those theaters in Europe and North America. This time, fans in China has finally got a change to hear this America's Beautiful Voice. Tickets selling for 120-800rmb.
April 4, Shanghai Grand Theater TEL (8621) 6386 8686
Comedy: Out of Order
This classic British comedy will be performed by artists from Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center. Tickets selling for 100-150rmb.
April 6-22 (close on Mondays and Tuesdays), Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center TEL (8621) 6473 0123
Auckland Symphony Orchestra Shanghai Concert
Founded in 1975, Auckland Symphony Orchestra now has 80 musicians for performance. It is the most popular symphony orchestra in Auckland, and now they will first come to Shanghai. Tickets prices are from 100-680rmb.
April 7, Majestic Theater TEL (8621) 6217 4409
BJ Indie Hardcore: Last Chance Of Youth- 07 Spring Tour
"Last Chance of Youth" was founded at the end of 2002 in Beijing, they are featuring Hardcore + Metal + Punk, which has been influenced by Black Flag, Minor Threat, Ds-13, King Ly Chee, Refused and Pro-Pain. Now we call their style as "Indie-Hardcore". Let's expecting the concussion they present. 30rmb for entry, 25rmb for members.
April 7, Yu Yin Tang TEL (8621) 6436 0072
Monday, April 2, 2007
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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
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) 6433 4104
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
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Smash Up: DJ Low B
Featuring DJ Low B, who is defined the mashup DJ in its early breakout of 2002 and onward. Open bar from 8:30pm to 3am, 88rmb for guys and 50rmb for ladies.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
College Dance Off
Come to our "College Dance Off" competition. 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
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
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Spring Gala Dinner
Enjoy 6-course set dinner menu with wine pairing, cigar from Cuba and Dominica. Live China traditional musical instrument performance by MS. Xiong Yunyun. 888rmb per person, 688rmb for members.
Yong Foo Elite TEL (8621) 5466 2727
Fame: Loud Speaker
Loud Speaker is a well established Chinese Punk Rock band who's got a solid stage performance, Another band Happy sky is the new school punk band that with a softer approach. 88rmb open bar from 8:30pm to 3am.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299