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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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Hotel Deals
Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing Marco Polo Shenzhen
Swissotel Beijing
The Westin Beijing, Financial Street

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.

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-Italy Friendship Month at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Throughout the month of June in China's Olympic year, the hotel will be hosting a China - Italy friendship month in recognition of the birth of the Italian republic on June 2nd. All Italian citizens will be entitled to numerous benefits and discounts throughout June at the hotel and to ensure the friendship month is a memorable occasion, the hotel will be featuring an Italian food and beverages festival. Please visit the Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing website at www.marcopolohotels.com for further information, or call (8610) 5963 6688 Ext. 6420 for reservations.

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

Weekend Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a weekend special rate of *RMB908 with 1 night stay until 31 August 2008. Including the value of RMB100 for hotel F&B allowance per stay; complimentary 1 daily buffet breakfast; complimentary broadband and wireless internet access in-room as well as in public areas; use of gym, sauna and tennis court; free shuttle bus service to the Maglev Train / Subway Station, Shanghai Science & Technology Museum (the Market); please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations. * F&B allowance is non-refundable, non accumulative and cannot exchange to cash. * Subject to 15% surcharge, only applicable to arrivals on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays.

Summer Holiday Package @ Sheraton Sanya Resort
Spending your holiday at China's most prestigious holiday spot, Yalong Bay and staying at the award-winning Sheraton Sanya Resort - a perfect blend of tropical indulgence. Enjoy first class relaxation with complimentary Mandara Spa and food & beverage gift vouchers. We will also look after your little one while you unwind in your room with movie viewings from our DVD selection. Because you don't just stay here. You belong. Rates start from CNY1588 net, including two breakfasts and more value added benefits. Book today at www.sheraton.com/sanya or call +86-898-8855 8451, e-mail sanya.res@sheraton.com for more information.

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.

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.

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Travel Information

Emu Ecological Park
Located in Wuxing Village, covering an area of nearly 2,000 mu, Sunwah Emu Ecological Park is the biggest emu breed farm in this world. In this ecological park, you can not only see emus and ostriches, but also can "adopt" emus. Admission: RMB10. Address: Wuxing Village, Taihe Town, Qingxin County, Qingyuan City TEL (86763) 5389 343

Fulinyuan Scenic Spot
Fulinyuan is situated in the suburb of Lianshan County, with only five minutes' walk to Lianshan County. Here, you can enjoy the exclusive Zhuang & Yao folk culture heritage-flaming lion dance, the Zhuang & Yao customs evening party, and the one and only original ecological forest reserve in Guangdong. In this beautiful world, you will surely feel much happier and vigorous! Ticket: RMB50. TEL (86763) 8515 878


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Dining Out

Il Forno at Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou Launches A New Menu
Enjoy Italian at its best at Il Forno, Guangzhou's premier Italian restaurant, which offers rich choices of fresh seafood, steaks, oven-baked pizza, pasta, antipasti, soups and more. The new menu at il Forno starts mid March. Prices start from RMB70++. Il Forno is located on Level 2, Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou. For enquires and reservation, please call our F&B Reservations hotline at (8620) 8917 6498 or email to fbreservation.slpg@shangri-la.com

Seafood Extravaganza
Our Executive Chef Bart van den Brink and his culinary team are committed to providing a variety of new and exciting dining experiences. "The Exchange" Seafood Buffet dinner on the weekends celebrates the bounty of the sea with stunning items from imported oysters, scallops, crabs, prawns and so much more awaits the palates of seafood lovers. Pamper your family and friends to our sunning Seafood Buffet and indulge your weekends with us! Adult: RMB288+15% include free flow of red / white wine and local beer; Child: RMB148+15% with free flow of soft drink. Tel: (86-755) 8383 8888; Website: www.sheraton.com/shenzhen.

Shenzhen
The Terrace
Bar and Restaurant, outdoor seating available, live music, good Thai food. 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105

Gaucho Brazillian Barbecue
Good Brazillian grill. GF Taizi Hotel, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2667 6608

Trattoria Italiana Da Angelo
No. G12, Taizi Plaza, Taizi, Rd. Shekou Shenzhen (Across from Roma's) TEL (86755) 2682 5927

Q Cafe
1F, 999 Royal Suites and Towers, 1001 East Shennan Rd., Luohu District. TEL (86755) 2513 0999

Guangzhou
Toro Toro
Mediterranean food. 102 Tianshe Liu Lu. TEL (8620) 8371 0259

Little Italy
Huanshi Dong Rd. 17 Tian Sheng Rd. TEL (8620) 8350 0556

Karma at the Curry Pot
GF 132 Dong Feng Xi Rd. TEL (8620) 8136 0128

Health & Fitness

Shenzhen
Avana Spa
Looking for a very personal gift? One that shows how thoughtful you are? How about Avana Spa's gift certificates? Nothing could be more special and personal. Avana Spa is a first class, Southeast Asian tropical theme spa, located at the GF Maillen Club, 1 Guishan Rd., Shekou, Shenzhen. For details, contact (86755) 2681 9040, email avanaspashekou@gmail.com or visit www.szavana.com

Aerobics Lesson
Four days a week (M, T, TH, F). RMB50 per class. Jingshan Gym. Contact Julie at 138 2350 7671 for time details.

Yoga Classes
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Private home lessons are also available. For details, please contact Amy at 138 02295479.

Maillen Club
Relax and Recharge package at RMB999net/room/night includes welcome drink and breakfast for two, plus 1 hour spa treatment at Avana for two. Maillen club is locate at 1Guishan Rd., Shekou, Shenzhen. For more details, contact maillenclub@126.com or (86755) 2668 7777.

Sunhope Health Club
Located at Sunhope Town Garden, OCT, Nanshan District. TEL (86755) 2693 8198

Guangzhou
Yoga Lessons
Every Monday and Wednesday. Fee of RMB250 (members) and RMB400 (non-members) for eight classes. Luhu Golf Club, Guangzhou. For details call Miss Ho at (8620) 8350 7777 ext 389.

Total Fitness
Located at 8F, China Plaza, 33, Zhong Shan San Lu. TEL (8620) 8372 9977

Relocations

Fulin Home Moving Service Center
Founded in 1999, Fulin has won a prize for its good quality, service and honesty in 2004. With dozens of experienced and high-quality staff and dozens of vehicles, we provide services to companies, factories and individuals on house moving, factory moving, office moving, air conditioner demounting and fixing etc. Address: No. 168, West of Huangpu Street, Guangzhou TEL (8620) 8750 0161

Yunfu Home Moving Company
Yunfu Home Moving Company is a professional home moving service provider that can help you move around town with ease. We are mainly specializing in home moving, dismantle and installation of furniture and air conditioners, cleaning and long-distance transportation. For an inquiry or more information about us, please call (86) 1346 5511 474.

Property/Real Estate

Yongli Mansion Welcomes You
Located in Yongtai Road, Baiyun District, Yongli Mansion is a whole new apartment especially for white-collar workers. 24-hour security system and computer monitoring can ensure your safety. Ordinary rooms are 40-48 square meters, furnished with water heater, beds, wardrobe, computer tables, telephones, cable TV and Broad Band. Standard rooms RMB550-650 per month/Luxury rooms RMB850 per month. All rooms have independent kitchen, toilet and balcony, good lighting and ventilation. TEL (8620) 8605 8796

A Two-Bedroom Apartment For Rent
80 square meters, sixth floor, furnished with 29-inch Sony television, refrigerator, washing machine, water heater, sofa, tables, beds, closet and everything you need for life, the apartment is located in Taihuajinxiu Town, Baoan District of Shenzhen. It is quite comfortable for white-collar workers and families. Rent: RMB1,880 per month. TEL (86755) 8885 1663

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Huazhang Translation
Huazhang Translation Company is a professional language service provider that has been specializing in localization. With our accurate and timely service, we have established cooperation relationship with our clients and enjoyed a high reputation among them. Address: 29D Jingyuan Building, South of Taoyuan Rd, Nanshan District, Shenzhen TEL (86755) 2606 3045

Yujiang Decoration Company
Established in 1998, Yujiang Decoration Company specializes both in design and construction. We are one of the first batch of decoration companies that have been recommended across China. Projects of high quality and of high grade are our pursuit, and our commitment to our clients. Address: No. 186, West of Huangpu Rd, Tianhe District, Guangzhou. TEL (8620) 8751 1176/8526 4207

Daxinya Translation
Daxinya Translation was incorporated in 2003 and has set up branches in Dongguan, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Taizhou of Zhejiang and Hong Kong. We can provide translation of 70 languages. Our translators and interpreters are language and culture sensitive and experienced in many specialties. The specialties we have been involved in include technical translation, business translation, legal translation, literary translation and interpretation. Head office address: 7F, Building A, No. 48, XiangzhouYinhua Road, Zhuhai TEL (86756) 2261 921

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Guangzhou
The 12th International Exhibition on Metro Light Rail Transit & Rail Transit
June 3-5, Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686

The Sixth China Guangzhou International Autos Parts Expo
June 8-10, Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686

Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition + Electrical Building Technology China
June 8-11, China Export Commodities Fair Pazhou Complex TEL (8620) 8913 1228

A New Born From the New Generation-Zhang Suiyang's Picture Works Exhibition
June 6-26, Muma Art Space TEL (8620) 8423 8275

Tree-Life-Annual Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
June 1-15, Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Painting Exhibition of Australia
May 22-June 10, Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Shenzhen
2008 Shenzhen International Auto Show
June 5-9, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center TEL (86755) 8290 6073

Exhibition: The Waning Of Nature
May 18-June 29, J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503

Nightlife

3D Bar (Beer Bar)
Multibeer place, featuring over 50 different foreign beers. Block B, Bar Street, Citic Plaza, 1093 Shennan Central Road. TEL (86755) 2598 6011

The Terrace
Live band every night, 2F, (on top of Starbucks) Seaworld Square, Taizi Rd., Shekou. TEL (86755) 2682 9105

Soho Night Club
Bitao Club, TaiZi Road, Shekou (behind Casabalanca & X-TA-SEA Bar). TEL (86755) 2669 0148, 2669 2148

Guangzhou
Backstreet Jazz Restaurant and Bar
Guangdong Art Museum, East Gate, Ersha Island. TEL (8620) 8735 3960

Fox Club
Nice ambience, hip atmosphere. 376 Changdi Da Ma Rd. TEL (8620) 8185 5377

Laputa by Peter
Enjoyable bartending performance. 1F Huashan Hotel, Huanshi Dong Rd. TEL (8620) 8760 6408

Weekly Calendar

Monday, June 2, 2008
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Painting Exhibition of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Tree-Life-Annual Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Symphony Concert: Sichuan•Shenzhen
Brought by Sichuan Symphony Orchestra, the most popular and active symphony orchestra in western China. All the income will go to the reconstruction of rural schools that were destroyed in the Wenchuan Earthquake. Ticket: RMB100-1000.
8pm. Shenzhen Music Hall TEL (86755) 8981 2344

Exhibition: The Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503

Tuesday, June 3, 2008
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The 12th International Exhibition on Metro Light Rail Transit & Rail Transit
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686

Painting Exhibition of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Tree-Life-Annual Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Boutique Ballet
Three classical ballets: Swan Lake, Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty. Ticket: RMB80-680.
7pm. Shenzhen Poly Theatre TEL (86755) 8637 1698

Exhibition: The Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503

Wednesday, June 4, 2008
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The 12th International Exhibition on Metro Light Rail Transit & Rail Transit
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686

Painting Exhibition of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468

The 11th China (Guangzhou) International Logistics Expo
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686

Tree-Life-Annual Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Exhibition: The Waning Of Nature
J & Z Gallery TEL (86755) 8610 2503

Thursday, June 5, 2008
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The 12th International Exhibition on Metro Light Rail Transit & Rail Transit
Guangzhou Jinhan Exhibition Center TEL (8620) 3623 5686

Painting Exhibition of Australia
Guangzhou French Training Center TEL (8620) 8737 4468

Tree-Life-Annual Ring: Chen Yongqiang Traditional Chinese Painting Exhibition
Guangdong Museum of Art TEL (8620)