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The earthquake that rocked areas around Chengdu
in China's Sichuan Province has affected people around the
world. There is a great need for help in the area and CharityInChina.org
has compiled a list of official charities where people around
the world can support and donate to the people in Sichuan
Province. The list begins with Chinese-language information,
followed by English. You can read the list online
here. Help support the men, women, and children affected
by this natural disaster!
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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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 Weekend Getaway Package in Crowne Plaza Nanjing Hotel & Suites
Crowne Plaza Nanjing Hotel & Suites getaway package is available on every Fri, Sat and Sun valid till August 31, 2008. Superior Room at RMB838nett and Panorama Suite at RMB1068nett, include complimentary breakfast for two, RMB100 allowance for buffet lunch or dinner per day, free broadband internet, one free parking lot, free local call, late check out till 14:00. For reservation please call 800 830 4088 or 400 884 0888 (mobile user). Email: reservation@crowneplazananjing.com
 The Summit Club
The Summit Club is Hotel Kunlun's ideal second home for discerning Executive Floor guests. Guests are welcomed by professional and friendly staff, and enjoy personalized check-in services along with the following benefits: Welcome champagne upon arrival, complimentary broadband Internet access, complimentary laundry and pressing, complimentary morning call with beverage, 24-hour personalized butler services, executive buffet breakfast at the revolving Summit Club Restaurant, and mileage awards with participating Frequent Flyer Programs. Contact (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5021 to find out more about the Summit Club.
 JW
Marriott Hotel Shanghai Offers Meetings At Special Rates
Between June and August, the 5 star luxury hotel
is offering an amazing deal on meeting packages for meeting
planners. Packages start from just RMB580+ per person
(minimum 10 delegates) including room hire, individual
fresh fruit platter on arrival, free flow of coffee and
tea throughout the meeting hours and a light lunch. Room
rates for meeting packages start from RMB1200+ (minimum
of 10 rooms). This unbeatable value meeting package can
also earn meeting planners double 'Marriott Rewards' points,
which can be redeemed for free room nights, upgrades,
special travel packages, banquets and weddings. For reservations
please call: (8621) 5359 4969.
 Select
From Great Deal Promotions at Luxury Serviced Residence,
Beijing
Located in JianGuoMen / Scitech District. Enjoy
easy access to Beijing's JianGuoMen & CBD business,
retail and entertainment area and relish top-notch amenities,
facilities and services in the privacy of this serviced
residence. Luxury Serviced Residence is managed by Ascott
International. Now enjoy a comprehensive range of duplex
apartments from 1-bedroom suites to 3-bedroom suites with
special rates starting from RMB800 per residence per night.
For details check at http://www.somerset.com/en/china/beijing/luxury_serviced_residence.html
China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Arrive in Style
Kempinski is offering a complimentary airport transfer to guests who reserve the 'Best Available Rate' for any Executive Floor room or suite for a stay between 1 March 2008 and 31 December 2008. If you reserve a one-night stay, Kempinski is offering a complimentary airport transfer on arrival and, if you reserve a stay of two nights or more, two-way airport transfers will be provided. To make your booking use the online booking tool and select the 'Best Available Rate' and make sure you guarantee with a credit card and make note of you flight arrival time so we can organise the transfer. For reservations, please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 / 5533; E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com; Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 China-Norway
Friendship Month May 1st-May 31st Marco Polo Parkside,
Beijing
Just make a room reservation or check-in at
the hotel quoting your Scandinavian passport number and
you will be awarded a China-Norway friendship card that
entitles you to the following benefits during your stay
at the hotel. 20% discount on your room reservation rate
| 20% discount in all hotel restaurants | 20% discount
on your airport transportation | 20% discount on your
laundry | 20% discount at the Lobby Lounge and Caffe Marco
on all China-Norway fusion drinks and cocktails throughout
the month | 50% discount Club S and spa | Complimentary
Norwegian welcome amenities | Complimentary upgrade based
on room availability. For further information please visit
www.marcopolohotels.com;
Tel: (8610) 5963 6688 ext. 7700; Fax: (8610) 5963 6589/6511;
E-mail: resv.prk@marcopolohotels.com
 Marco
Polo Shenzhen Summer Club Promotion
RMB 1000++ for Single Room, includes: Free access
to Continental Club Floor, providing: Complimentary Breakfast(6:30am-10:30am)
& Cocktails (5:30pm-8:30pm) | Complimentary use of
Boardroom (4 hours) | Complimentary pressing for 2 pieces
per day | 30% discount of Laundry service | Complimentary
use of Broadband Internet in room & Wi-Fi in Public
Areas | Free use of Fitness Center facilities. Add RMB150
for upgrade to Deluxe Suite. Reservation: (86 755) 3339
7736 * Valid from May 1st to July 31st, 2008 * Subject
to 15% service charge and tax * Package can not be used
in conjunction with any other discount or promotional
offers * Package is subject to availability and advanced
reservation required.
 New World Hotel Wuhan
Perfectly situated in the heart of Hankou's business district, the truly deluxe hotel enjoys a premier location. Stylish decor rooms, exceptional personal service will ensure you a most memorable and pleasant stay. In this May & June, hotel will offer special rate starting from RMB628++. For reservations, please call (8627)8380 8888; China Toll Free: 400 8818 225; International Toll Free: +800 3060 2008; or Email: enquiry@wuhan.newworldhotels.com
 Feel
the Difference @ Swiss Executive Club Lounge
The newly renovated Swiss Executive Club Lounge
of Swissotel Beijing re-opened on April, 2008. It is located
on the 16th floor, the environment providing elegant atmosphere
and contemporary design. It is the ideal venue to meet
friends or have business meeting. The guests can enjoy:
check-in and check-out at the lounge, complimentary breakfast,
high tea and happy hour, broadband Internet access, local
calls and incoming faxes, use of the Swiss Executive Club
Floor Boardroom one-hour per day... For reservations and
more information, please contact (8610) 6553 2288 ext.
1668.
 Stay & Savor
Enjoy our luxury accommodation and an array of dining options on Stay & Savor package. Deluxe room rate starts at RMB1588 + 15% service charge per room per night, inclusive of daily buffet breakfast for two at The Exchange, RMB300 of food and beverage credit available at The Exchange & Mezzo Italian Restaurant, and complimentary access to gym and pool. Minimum 2 nights stay. Valid till August 31, 2008. Tel: (86-755) 8383 8888; Website: www.sheraton.com/shenzhen
 Tee Off In Huhhot
Take a break and enjoy the perfect combination of Shangri-La service
and golf experience that will exceed your
expectations. Rate: Single: RMB1,580(Weekday); RMB1,680(Weekend). Double: RMB2,380(Weekday); RMB2,480(Weekend). For package details, please click here. The packages are valid from May 1 to Nov.15, 2008. Package rates are subject to 15% service charge. For more info, pls visit www.shangri-la.com/huhhot, Tel: (86-471) 3366 888 or reservations.slhh@shangri-la.com.
 Long Stay Package Rate
Take advantage of the Long Stay Package Rate in our newly renovated Apartment and enjoy the privileges from only RMB588 per night, effective from May 1, 2008: Free internet access | 20% discount on F&B except special promotion, festival seasons, Mini Bar, Banquet and Gourmet Corner | 20% discount on laundry and dry cleaning services | 15% discount in the Business Center services except telephone, fax, internet and kiosk | The above rate is valid for consecutive stay 90 nights and above | The above rate is subject to 15% service charge. Tel: (8624) 2341 2288.
 Book Your Next Meeting at The Westin Beijing, Financial Street
Coming together is just the beginning. A place to gather inspiration. A freefall to success. Book your next meeting at The Westin Beijing, Financial Street, the place your team will soar. For a minimum of 15 accommodation rooms or meeting for 25 people. Receive one complimentary room night in a Westin room and a complimentary welcome gathering for your delegation. As well as earn triple Starpoints® for use in any Starwood Property worldwide with no blackout dates. This exclusive offer is valid until 30 June 2008 and subject to 15% service charge. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6606 8866.
 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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 Dining Out |
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Tea at Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel
As a sanctuary in the midst of the dynamic Pudong business
environment, our hotel delights travelers by thoughtfully
delivering seamless service in a contemporary Western setting
with classical Shanghainese flair. Sink into a comfortable
lounge chair and enjoy our selection of utterly desirable
Western and Asian Classics, Deluxe Finger, Sandwiches, Scones,
Mini Pasties, Chocolate Fondue and Chinese Dim Sum accompanied
with Traditional Chinese Tea and lots more! Lobby Lounge
& Shanghai Bar, every Saturday and Sunday, May 1 to
31, 2008, from 3pm to 5pm, RMB108 per person. Above price
is subject to 15% service charge. For reservations: (8621)
3871 4888.
 Dim
Sum...and then Sum
Our hugely popular weekend Dim Sum just got better
with the inclusion of Thai and Korean Dim Sum in addition
to our Cantonese and Shanghainese favourites. From 01st
May 2008, Yar Chi Ting's Chefs present their new Dim Sum
Menu featuring a full selection of Fried, Steamed and Baked
Dim Sum all prepared with true Yar Chi Ting flair. RMB 78.00
net per person *Free for Children 6 years and below. Lunch
11:30 - 14:30. For Reservations, please call: (8621) 5130
0000 ext 4047.
 My
Angel - Happy Children's Day!
Children's Day is a special opportunity to celebrate
and show our affection to our youngest citizens to express
their gratitude for the tender love and care they receive
from their parents. Bring your children and the whole family
to celebrate this special day at our Renaissance Cafe. Enjoy
the special brunch, try the Movenpick Ice Cream, clown performance
and magic balloon, and lots of kid's fun. Promotion date:
June 1st, 2008. Time: 12:00noon to 3:00pm. Venue: 1F / Renaissance
Cafe, Renaissance Yangtze Shanghai Hotel, 2099 Yan'an Xi
Road. Price: RMB98* (over five), RMB258* per adult. *All
prices subject to 15% surcharge. TEL (8621) 6275 0000 ext.
2132.
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 Travel Information |
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 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
No Tourist Can Afford To Miss Scenic Spots -- Gulangyu
Gulangyu, separated from Xiamen by the 500-metre-wide Egret River. The main scenic spots of Gulangyu include the Sunlit Rock, Shuzhuang Park, Gangzihou Bathing Beach and Memorial Hall to Zheng Chenggong. Gulangyu is famous for its architecture and for being home to China's largest piano museum besides blue water, white clouds, green trees, bright flowers and fresh air. More info, pls dial (8621) 5175 1999
Tour To Mt. Yun Tai
As one of the earliest geological parks in China, Mt. Yun Tai is characterized by a series of gorgeous canyons initiated by tectonic motions. The mountain, located in north Henan province, brings you into a natural wonder contributed by numbers of canyons, waterfalls, creeks, as well as a blanket of thick vegetation, far from noises in the crowded city. More info, pls dial (8621) 6374 9821
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Health & Fitness |
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Zhuma Yoga
"Zhuma" in "Zhuma Yoga" comes from the first and last characters of "Mount Qomolangma"; it means that we will lodge Zhuma Yoga's "high and stronger" wish and achievement of the world first brand great prospect! The Zhuma Yoga alleviated "the junior healthy condition" among the modern people caused by rhythm of hurry life, high energetic pressure, and the physiological load of exercise insufficiency, the environmental pollution and so on. Let the customer enjoy aristocrat's feeling; has unusually refined, filling charm English aristocrat makings. TEL (8621) 6354 7002
New York Skin Solutions
New York Skin Solutions is a reputed skin care brand from the United States. For the last 15 years, many have had their dreams of desiring radiant skin fulfilled. More than 98% of customers who experienced their first facial trial, saw results instantly. New York Skin Solutions provide one on one skin care services. Equipped with a team of skin care experts who have gone through extensive professional training, New York Skin Solutions will provide customers with positive results and excellent customer service. TEL (8621) 5237 5566
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 Relocations |
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Shanghai Jintong Moving Service Company
Shanghai Jintong Moving Service Company already has 15-year history in this industry. At present we have more than 30 trucks in different types and a group of bridle-wise staff. We promise for on time service and clients can pay after the service. Reservation line: (8621) 5538 6617
Shanghai Pingan Moving Service
As one of the earliest moving service company, Pingan Moving Service already has 9-year history. We offer service for those high-class furniture, such as piano, air-conditioner, and so on. This team will help customers to pack and remove those furniture those should be taken more carefully. If you need our service, pls call (86) 800 820 5393
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for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada
Exciting Opportunities in a Dynamic International Environment - Western Academy of Beijing
The Western Academy of Beijing, a leading international school with close to 1500 students from more than 54 nationalities, is seeking to fill various positions, including High School Science Teacher, Elementary School Chinese Teacher, Development/Alumni Officer, Office Coordinator, Library Technician and Nurse. To apply, please email CV/Resume and Cover Letter to the HR Manager, Lawrence Ng at <Lng@wab.edu>. For more information, please call Tel: (8610) 8456 4155 Ext. 1062 or visit us at <www.wab.edu>
Job Vacancies at ISB
International School of Beijing (ISB) cordially invites applications from candidates in Beijing who are interested in joining us in the capacity of support staff for 2008-2009 school year. Please visit our website at "http://www.isb.bj.edu.cn/hr-support_staff.aspx" for more information.
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Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company
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Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash
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review, Information Management Business Management: Merger
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Shanghai United Law Firm Provides High Quality Legal Service
Being a leading law firm that provides comprehensive legal services, Shulf encompasses a broad variety of practice areas, including litigation, real estate, corporate matters, banking, securities and futures transactions, intellectual property, insurance, domestic and overseas investment and transportation (aviation, rail transportation, maritime). We provide a wide range of legal services to meet the different requirements of our clients and on a case-by-case basis, we form tailored working panels consisting of lawyers with different specialties to provide our clients with efficient services. TEL (8621) 6841 9377
Keep You Away from Indoor Health Killer
Shanghai Jiejian environmental protection technology CO., Ltd. is a company specialized in the indoor environmental technology, our business involved the detection and control of the indoor air pollution after decoration, environment maintenance of new automobile, disinfection, and purification of ventilation systems of central air-conditioner in buildings, sterilization and eliminate the mites of electrical products, sofa, carpet, mattress and other cloth, PCO pest control, and sales services of environmental protection products. TEL (86) 1334 1712 939 |
 Biz Exhibitions
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The 4th China International Exhibition of Combustion Technology,
Non-Destructive Test Instrument and Special Equipment (Boiler,
Pressure Vessel and Pressure Pipe)
May 28-30, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888
Filtration 2008
China
May 28-30, INTEX Shanghai TEL (8621) 6275 5800
Biotech China
2008
May 28-30, INTEX Shanghai TEL (8621) 6275 5800
China Building
& Construction Trade Fair & Its Sister Themes Fair
May 26-29, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL (8621)
2890 6666
Mindscape: An
Epic Vision
May 17-June 15, Creek Art Center TEL (8621) 6380 4150
Thonik Solo Exhibition
May 24-June 8, Shanghai Art Museum TEL (8621) 6327 2829
A+A' 2008
May 31-June 15, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL
(8621) 6587 6901
"No Content"
Print Exhibition By Chen Huaxin
"No Content" has got the point, shows the final
way when people get back to nature and keep what they are.
May 23-June 5, Art Scene Warehouse TEL (8621) 6277 2499
Ego and Persona
Through June 15, Shanghai Sculpture Space TEL (8621) 6280
5629
We Are Perfect
- Zhu Jia Solo Exhibition
Zhu Jia is a unique but active artist in the Chinese contemporary
art scene since the end of 1980s. Zhu Jia work, inviting
the viewer to witness reality via both moving capture and
still gaze, raises some fundamental question about the real
and the truth: the spectacular but superficial phenomenon
of China's modernization and booming is not only a phenomenon
or fragile mask.
May 25-July 20, ShanhART Gallery TEL (8621) 6359 3923
Human Power Based
on a Good Timing & Location Device & Photo Exhibition
May 17-21, Shang Gallery TEL (8621) 6381 5758
The Ancient Olympic
Games
May 1-July 12, Shanghai Museum TEL (8621) 6372 3500
Spectral Memory:Wu
Gaozhong's Solo Exhibition
In the field of Chinese contemporary art, Wu Gaozhong is
renowned for his expression of the most essential and genuine
elements deeply rooted in humanity. Uniquely serene and
yet surprisingly powerful, his works perfectly convey a
kind of uncompromising spirit.
May 28-June 20, Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern Art TEL
(8621) 5033 9801 |
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Performances |
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Live
The well known stories of "Show White and the Seven
Dwarfs," "Cinderella" and "Beauty and
the Beast" will be played on Shanghai stage. The first
Disney Live show to debut in Asia will first land in Shanghai
and then continue to ten other cities. Tickets selling for
160-1000rmb.
May 27-June 1, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Opera Hall
TEL (8621) 6854 1234
New Tales from
Denmark "What Father Does Is Always Right"
By Anemone Theatre, Denmark. Tickets selling for 80-300rmb.
May 28-30, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Arts Theatre
TEL (8621) 6473 4567
BBC Scottish
Symphony Orchestra Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 180-800rmb.
May 30, Shanghai Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6386 5772
Declan 2008 Shanghai
Concert
Tickets selling for 100-1280rmb.
May 30, Shanghai Grand Stage (Shanghai Gymnasium) TEL (8621)
6438 5200
Dong Bang Shin
Ki 2008 Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 280-1280rmb.
May 31, Hongkou Soccer Stadium TEL (8621) 6540 0009
Crazy Symphony
Orchestra in style of humor, conducted by Clown Melvin.
Tickets selling for 80-380rmb.
June 1, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall TEL
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May 26, 2008
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Fruit in a Suit
Every Monday night, Frangipani hosts "Fruit in a Suit"
night. All drinks 50% off.
Frangipani TEL (8621) 5375 0084
Massive Mondays
Biggest Monday Night in Shanghai! With friendly people from
all nationalities and all walks of life together with energetic,
pure 90's Classics all night, people looking for a fun place
to hang out on Monday nights have now found one. Every Monday
till midnight, ladies who visit can enjoy free margaritas.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6433 4104
DJ Nu-Mark
Today, Nu-Mark is well-known for his innovative plays on
sound! Incorporating a wide range of musical styles, soul,
funk, hip-hop, and samba effortlessly blended together,
Nu-Mark revels in surprising an audience with a forgotten
gem, an unknown banger, or a fresh take on a well-known
hit.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
Tuesday,
May 27, 2008
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Turkish Happy Hour
Enjoy happy hour with cheap drink.
Anar TEL (8621) 6280 9326
Wine All-You-Can
Drink
It is a good place for wine lover with all-you-can-drink
wine deal. RMB120 for bottle of house wine, RMB30 for an
additional glass of house wine.
Tapas Bar TEL (8621) 6415 9567
Midnight Poison
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