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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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 This
Winter Stay 3 Nights and Pay For 2 at Ascott Beijing
Strategically located in the heart of CBD zone in Chaoyang
District, close to China World Trade Center and amid the
thriving business and retail district. It lavishes top
executives with discreet service and efficient business
support in an exclusive and luxurious environment. From
now till 28 February 2009, enjoy fully-equipped apartments
from 1-bedroom suites to 3-bedroom suites with our irresistible
"Stay 3 nights and pay for 2" special room package
starting from RMB2700+15%. Ascott The Residence is managed
by Ascott International. For details check at http://cnwp.the-ascott.com.cn/winter_specials.html
China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 Crowne
Plaza Sun Palace Beijing Grand Opening
Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing opened its door in northeast
of Chaoyang districted easy connected to CBD. The Crowne
Plaza Sun Palace Beijing features 540 upscale rooms and
suites, 6 restaurants and bars, comprehensive space and
services for small to large meetings and events. With
its official opening, the hotel adds additional 4000 sqm
function space to Beijing and creates the newest "Place
to Meet" in the capital. Tel: (8610) 6429 8888; Fax:
(8610) 6429 0888; E-mail: info@cpsunpalace.cn;
Website: www.crowneplaza.com;
Reservation toll-free Number(china): 400 88 40 888.
 Introductory
Room Rate at Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen opened for business on 23
October 2008 in the heart of Futian. To celebrate this
occasion, the hotel offers preferential benefits including
an introductory room rate and special privileges on food
and beverage consumption. Represent saving of 50 per cent,
guests can experience Shangri-La's legendary hospitality
starting from RMB1,280 per night for a Deluxe room, single
or double occupancy. The offer is valid until 31 January
2009, and is subject to availability and a 15 per cent
service change. For enquiries, please call us at (86 755)
8828 4088 and we look forward to welcoming you to Futian
Shangri-La, Shenzhen.
 Executive
Travelers Package
Arrive in Style with Limo Pick Up and Free Executive Club
Benefits with Grand Millennium Beijing! Come and experience
our Executive Travelers Package, which is specially designed
for you! You can claim mileage too! RMB1688+15% per room
per night (single/double, same rate). Benefits: Complimentary
upgrade to Club Floor with full Club benefits | Inclusive
of one limousine transfer to or from the airport | Complimentary
internet broadband | Complimentary daily breakfast | Single/double
occupancy, same rate | Late check-out at 4pm | Double
airline mileage per room. For bookings please call (8610)
8587 6888; Email: reservations@grandmillenniumbeijing.com
 Beijing
Getaways
Where else can you mix a hint of the Forbidden with a
hint of fun? History, shopping and high - tech? Nourish
your body, mind and soul? Discover the best of all worlds
in one world-class location - the new Hilton Beijing Wangfujing.
Valid until end of March 2009. Starting from RMB1,350.
For a minimum two nights accommodation in a Deluxe room
enjoy daily RMB200 dining voucher that can be used in
any of our four innovative restaurants and bars. Tel:
(8610) 5812 8888; Fax: (8610) 5812 8886; Website: www.wangfujing.hilton.com
 December
Room Rate Promotion at Hotel Kunlun
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's December Room rate promotion.
A great price gets you a Deluxe Room with complimentary
broadband internet, fitness center, and pool access. Price
exclusive of breakfast: RMB 1180 net. Price inclusive
of buffet breakfast: RMB 1300 net. For further information,
please contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department
at: (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
 Howard
Johnson All Suites Hotel Suzhou Winter Package
The Howard Johnson All Suites Hotel Suzhou is located
at the cross street of JinJiHu Avenue and XingGang Street
of Suzhou Industrial Park and enjoy views of the JinJi
Lake. It is within the walking distance of the water town
which integrates entertainment, shopping, sightseeing,
leisure and culture. Winter Package valid from Dec 1st,
2008 to Feb 28th, 2009. RMB780nett (Monday to Thusday
only) The benefits include: One night Deluxe Suite (68sqm)
accommodation; Daily RMB100 off used in hotel restaurant
(buffet or a-la cart only); One complimentary daily buffet
breakfast; Free use of Fitness Facilities (include swimming
pool and Gym); Free broadband access. TEL: (86 512) 6298
6666.
 Welcome
to Jianguo Hotel Beijing
Jianguo Hotel Beijing is situated adjacent to the Jianguomenwai
diplomatic quarter, in the heart of Beijing's business
and administrative centre. The hotel has well-appointed
suites and rooms which combine comfortable and up-to date
business requirement, always focusing on business traveler,
and its structure and characteristic interior decoration
and luxuriant water garden and courtyard have the elegant
and naturally beautiful environment that is unique in
Beijing. The hotel's ground level with a complex of western
and Chinese restaurants, bar, cafe, lobby lounge and beer
garden and its dedicated meeting and banqueting rooms
can cater every client's needs. Tel: (8610) 6500 2233;
E-mail: jianguo@hoteljianguo.com
 Special
Chinese New Year Celebration Rates are Available at the
JW Marriott Hotel Beijing
At the JW Marriott... the epitome of elegance, understated
luxury and well being... Special Chinese New Year Celebration
Rates are available at the JW Marriott from January 23
through February 8: Deluxe Room - RMB1188+ | Deluxe Room
with 1 breakfast - RMB1288+ | Deluxe Room with 2 breakfast
- RMB1388+. For reservation please call: (8610) 5908 6688.
 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. Come to Beijing
and enjoy our Best Available Rate: One way transfer for
One night stay | A return airport pick-up subject to two
nights' stay or more | Executive Floor benefits | Daily
breakfast | Confirmation of booking subject to availability
| Offer valid until December 31, 2008. For reservations
please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 /5533;
E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Weekend
Getaway at RMB2468 Per Room
Stay in Deluxe Garden View Room for two nights | American
buffet breakfast for 2, kids under 6 years old eat for
free | Welcome drinks & shell necklace upon arrival
| Limo Sanya Airport transfer to and from resort | Free
Local Calls | Free internet access | Free access to Kidz
Kempi, Gym & Swimming Pool | Late check out at 18:00,
subject to availability | Free upgrade to Deluxe Ocean
View Room if stay for 3 nights, RMB1400 more for additional
night. *Valid until 20 December, 2008 *Rate is subject
to 15% surcharge and local government tax. *This package
is applicable for direct booking from individual guest,
Corporate company, embassy or work permit holder of China.
For more information, please visit www.kempinski-sanya.com.
Tel: (86 898) 3889 8888; reservations.sanya@kempinski.com
 Weekend
Package at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Indulge yourself in a relaxing weekend with
a Marco Polo welcome; enjoy the welcome buffet dinner
and 10% discount on best available room rate. The package
is valid until December 31st, 2009. Minimum guaranteed
stay for 2 nights. The rate is subject to 15% service
charge per room per night. Shorten stays / early departure
will be charged the full amount of the total cost of stay.
Confirmation is subject to space availability. For further
information of this package, please contact: Tel: (8610)
5963 6688; E-mail: resv.prk@marcopolohotels.com
or visit the Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing website: www.marcopolohotels.com
 Winter
Specials from RMB699* Per Room Per Night
Slip into luxury with family and friends for the Winter
Warmer from 12 December, 2008 till 8 February, 2009. Curl
up to a complimentary In-House movie and wake up to a
lavish buffet breakfast for two. Upgrade to a Deluxe room
for an added level of comfort. This offer includes: One
night stay in a Superior Room from RMB699* (Single/Double),
Free use of Fitness Center and Indoor Swimming Pool, 20%
discount off all food bills at any of hotel restaurants,
30% discount off at Vita Spa (Beauty Salon excluded),
Wireless internet access in public area. For reservations,
please call (8621) 6295 1305; Website: www.millenniumhongqiao.com
 Winter
Meeting Package
Enjoy "Great Value for Money" and call us today
to book your tailor-made meetings. Daily delegate rate
at CNY368 net. The rate is per person, with a minimum
of 25 attendees. Valid until February 29th, 2009. Includes:
Meeting room rental, free wireless internet, morning and
afternoon coffee breaks, lunch, standard AV, LCD, white
board, flip chart, mineral water, and meeting stationery.
Request your next meeting on (8610) 5922 3132.
 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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 Beautiful
Christmas Hampers at the JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
Throughout December the hotel will be offering a range of
gourmet hampers and yuletide favourites at our 360 Gourmet
shop located on the ground floor. Chef Danio Galli has sourced
a selection of beautiful hamper baskets complete with their
own red velvet bag. Ideal as Christmas gifts for friends,
family or business clients, hampers are available in four
sizes and priced from RMB888* to RMB1,988*. To order please
call (8621) 5359 4969 ext. 6360. Hotel website: www.jwmarriottshanghai.com.
*plus 15% surcharge.
 Christmas
Eve Dinner Buffet
Celebrate Christmas with family and friends at Infinity
restaurant. Festive dinner buffet with traditional Christmas
fare featuring roasted turkey with chestnut stuffing, seafood,
sushi, sashimi, prawns, smoked salmon, brandied old English
plum pudding and mince pies, inclusive of unlimited sparkling
wine, wine, beer or soft drinks. Fabulous lucky draw with
fantastic prizes include Holiday for 2 to Hong Kong. Live
jazz with a Christmas flavour will set the tone for what
will be a memorable Eve.18:00-22:30 24th December 2008.
Adults RMB588 Children RMB338. For reservations, please
call (8621) 5130 0000. Price subject to 15% surcharge. Terms
& Conditions apply.
 Christmas
Lunch In The Brasserie
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. RMB228 per Adult, RMB128
for Children from 6 to 12 years of age, December 25th Christmas
Day, Renaissance Brasserie on the 2nd floor. Enjoy a Traditional
Five Course Lunch Menu. Including free flow of Local Beer
and Fresh Juices. Subject to 15% service charge. Renaissance
Gold Card discount is not applicable for above promotion.
For reservations: (8621) 3871 4888.
 Have
a Glittery 'Golden Christmas' Celebration!
Come celebrate a 'Golden Christmas' Eve this year with your
families, friends and loved ones at our hotel! All decked
in gold with Lavish International Buffet, Welcome Champagne,
free flow wine, beer, Gluhwein and soft drinks! Golden live
band performances, fantabulous lucky draws that will end
with a Grand 'Golden' Prize-a solid Gold 'Golden Dragon'
exclusively sponsored by the renowned gold shop company
Chou Tai Fook to top it up! You don't want to miss this
out! Date: Dec 24th Time: 6pm Venue: Crystal Ballroom Price:
RMB1288net per person, RMB688net per person (5-12 years
old) Tel: (8621) 6275 0000 ext. 2366.
 Christmas
Eve at Sofitel Shanghai Hyland
Sofitel Shanghai Hyland - 24th December 2008 - MAJESTIC
BALLROOM Christmas eve at RMB 888 net, including buffet,
soft drinks and a half bottle of house wine. Special live
entertainment, lucky draws with an exciting grand prize
– trip to Macau for 2 pax (including trip ticket),
and extensive buffet selection. MOSAIC RESTAURANT Christmas
eve at RMB 588 net, including buffet, soft drinks and a
half bottle of house wine. Views over Nanjing road, magic
show, lucky draws and extensive buffet selections. 505 Nanjing
Road East, Shanghai 200001, China. Tel: (8621) 6351 5888;
Fax: (8621) 6351 4088; Email sofitel@hyland-shanghai.com;
Website www.sofitel.com
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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
 Shanghai
to Europe with Air France - Only from RMB 3320!
Fly with Air France in Economy Class from Shanghai to
selected European destinations from only RMB 3320*! Purchase
period: Until December 31st, 2008. Departure period: Until
March 31st, 2009. For more information and booking, please
call Air France at 4008 808 808 or visit www.airfrance.com.cn.
*Fare valid for round trips only, excluding taxes. Available
only at Air France Sales and Service Center and online
booking. Offer is subject to availability in the relevant
booking class. List of destinations upon request. Other
terms and conditions apply.
Harbin
Ski Escape 4 Days/3 Nights
Once a hunting ground for lords, Yabuli is now for powder
hunters only. Laying claim to the largest ski courses
in China, Yabuli is the place to enjoy the snow season.
Package price is RMB6350pp including return airfares with
tax, 3 nights - 4 star hotel, breakfast daily, ski pass
for 1 day, and return transfers. TEL (8621) 6416 0808
Xi'an
Xi'an, once the capital of eleven Chinese dynasties, is
famous throughout the world for life-sized terra-cotta
warriors and horses. They have won fame as one of the
greatest archaeological finds of this century. The great
discovery of the executed terra-cotta legions as an exterior
section of the mausoleum, of Qin Shi Huang or First Emperor
of the Qin Dynasty! For more information, pls dial TEL
(8621) 6374 9821
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Health & Fitness |
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 Body & Soul Yoga
Body & Soul Yoga is one of the best international Yoga
clubs in Shanghai downtown. 3 minutes to Plaza 66, 5 minutes
to Portman by walking. 8 classrooms including hot yoga room,
located in nearly 100 years old house(Laoyangfang), 3.6
meters high classrooms surrounded by green, nearly 1000
square meters. All international experienced yoga teachers,
English speaking class only, Body & Soul Yoga offers
Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyanga, hot yoga, Power Yoga, Flow, etc.
9 classes from 7:30am till 9:20pm Monday till Sunday. Join
now, you can enjoy special price! This is also a nice place
to make friends. (8621) 3218 0009, www.bodynsoulyoga.com,
service@bodynsoulyoga.com
Spend
the Shanghai Winter Season in Style at Quan Spa
Enjoy over 35% discount on all SPA treatments* As our gift
to you, receive a glass of champagne and a spa product gift
pack worth over 500 RMB! Aroma Fusion Massage priced at
RMB 350, Deep Blue Ocean Escape priced at RMB 600. *Discount
applies to all a la carte treatments. *Gift vouchers with
a 6 month expiry are available for purchase up to December
31, 08. *Prices are subject to a 15% surcharge. For inquiries
and reservations: (8621) 2321 8888
Evian
Spa by Three
Define your body with Endemologie's Lipomassage, now available
at Evian Spa
Lipomassage helps to define and firm your body by releasing
lipolysis (fat release) in the core of the adipocyte (fat
cell), smoothing cellulite and firming loose skin without
the use of surgery. Lipomassage package: RMB 12000, for
20 sessions; RMB 16500, for 30 sessions; RMB 25000, for
50 sessions. For enquiries or reservations, please call:
(8621) 6321 6622.
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 Relocations |
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Shanghai
Lixing Moving Service Company
Based in Pudong District, we are one of those moving service
companies who adopt western management in Shanghai. Our
services refer in 3 fields, including moving service,
cargo transportation, and courier service. We offer the
standard price that made by OPS, if our workers ask extra
fee, our clients can complain asap, and we will return
it back. Address: 3838 Pudong Road North, Reservation
line: (8621) 5861 6199
Jiaxing
Relocation Service
With 9-year history, Jiaxing has grown up as one of the
best creditable relocation service company in Shanghai
which with more than 30 moving trucks in different sizes.
Service under a standard industry criterion, it helps
them to win a lot of customers. Address: 1580 Jinyu Road,
TEL (8621) 6497 5937
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 Services |
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 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
City
Development Law Firm
Established in 1992, Shanghai City Development Law Firm
is the first law firm specialized in the areas of real estate,
construction and urban infrastructure in China. During its
practice, City Development has extended its legal service
to construction and real estate related areas such as finance,
insurance, corporate, intellectual property and environmental
protection. Based on our advantages in construction and
real estate, City Development has engaged in and worked
for many complex and high profile cases in Shanghai, Beijing,
Shenzhen, Suzhou, Kunming, etc. Through these practices,
the firm has not only accumulated extensive experience in
legal service but also built a good reputation in the Chinese
real estate and construction market. If you need law consultation,
pls dial our Service Line (8621) 6247 0099
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 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exibitions |
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Metalform
China 2008 Exhibition
December 8-11, INTEX Shanghai TEL (8621) 6275 5800
RubberTech
China 2008
December 4-6, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL
(8621) 2890 6666
The
14th Int'l Exhibition of Food & Drink, Retail &
Hospitality Equipment, Supplies and Services
December 4-6, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL
(8621) 2890 6666
Kong
Boji Solo Exhibition
November 27-December 15, Shanghai Art Museum TEL (8621)
6327 2829
Piercing
Colors of the Inner Contradictions
Song Yonghua belongs to a group of Chinese emerging artists.
His energy and youth depict burning traces of colors on
canvases. For him colors are the strongest medium to mirror
his own emotional landscapes.
November 22-December 19, 1918 ArtSPACE Warehouse TEL (8621)
5228 6776
Now
Using photography as the primary medium, Zeng Li documents
the daily changes of Beijing's Tiananmen Square as a festive
public space. Jin Jiangbo conducts social investigation
on the sudden departure of a factory based in Dongguan of
Southern China. Both artists reveal the intense environmental
changes as a result of modernization and capture a unique
spatial history that is specific to our time.
November 7-December 8, Shanghai Gallery of Art TEL (8621)
6321 5757
Yan,
Hong Ziming Solo Exhibition
November 22-December 5, Shang Gallery TEL (8621) 6381 5758
Exquisite
Corpse: China Surreal
m97 Gallery Shanghai is pleased to present "Exquisite
Corpse: China Surreal", a dynamic group exhibition
of photographic works by Bai Yiluo, Chen Wei, Dong Wensheng,
Fang Er, Han Lei, Hong Lei, Jiang Zhi, Liu Ren, Li Wei,
Lu Jun, Ma Liang, Mao Yu, Meng Jin, Sheng Qi, Sun Ji, Yang
Yi, Yu Ji, Wang Ningde, Zeng Han, and Zhang Dali.
November 1-December 18, m97 Gallery TEL (8621) 6266 1597
Ancient
Chinese Bronzes From The Shouyang Studio
October 19-February 7, 2009, Shanghai Museum TEL (8621)
6372 3500
Site/Problem
- A Case of Jin Feng
Site / Problem-A Case of Jin Feng, solo exhibition of Jin
Feng will be presented at Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern
Art on 29 November, 2008. Based upon his recent artistic
exploration, the exhibition features performance, research
projects, sculpture installations and web interaction, aiming
to present a complete overview of Jin's works in recent
years.
November 29-December 28, Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern
Art TEL (8621) 5033 9801
Dharma
Garden - Oil on Canvas & Installation by Shi Jing
November 7-December 16, Oriental Vista Gallery TEL (8621)
5465 7768
Mao
Yanyang Solo Exhibition
November 22-December 3, Art Scene Warehouse TEL (8621) 6277
4940
Involved
October 30-December 5, ShanghART H-Space TEL (8621) 6276
2818
"Impression
of city" - Kirk Pedersen's (US) Solo Exhibition
Kirk Pedersen is a famous artist in painting and photograph
who comes from US. "Impression of city" will be
traveling presented in Shenyang, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai,
and Beijing. And this time exhibition in Shanghai is the
4th station.
December 5-December 21, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern
Art TEL (8621) 5671 9068 |
 Theater &
Performances |
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Drama
"Secret Love in Peach Blossom Land"
Tickets selling for 100-580rmb.
December 1-7, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL
(8621) 6386 8686
Canterville
Ghost by the TNT Theatre, UK
Tickets selling for 80-380rmb.
December 2-4, Lyceum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530
The
End of Everything Ever
Tickets selling for 150-300rmb.
December 3-7, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Studio D6
TEL (8621) 6473 4567
The
Harmony of Angels from Paris - Les Petits Chanteurs A La
Croix De Bois Concert
Tickets selling for 100-380rmb.
December 4, Shanghai Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6386 5772
Shanghai
Cross-talk by Zhou Libo
Tickets selling for 180-380rmb.
December 5-7, 9-14, 17-19, Lyceum Theatre TEL (8621) 6217
8530
Weiwei
Wuu Erhu Recital
Tickets selling for 300-400rmb.
December 7, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Performance Hall
TEL (8621) 6854 1234 |
 Weekly Calendar |
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December 1
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Seasonal Hamper - Magic Box (Christmas & Chinese
New Year)
Open up a magic box with a delightful selection of Seasonal
goodies. Surprise your loved ones with a uniquely crafted
magic box that will bring joy to old and young alike. Western
Magic Box priced at RMB298 including Winter Dream Tea, Luxury
Chocolate, Glenfiddich Whisky 15 years old. Chinese Magic
Box priced at RMB598 including Birds Nest, XO-Sauce, Chambord
Royale Luxury Liqueur. Customization of magic box possible
with a purchase of 50 boxes and above. *Prices are subject
to a 15% surcharge.
Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan Hotel. For inquiries and reservations
(8621) 2321 8909
Margarita
Monday
Every Monday from 5:00pm, only 30RMB for a glass of frozen
or chilled Margarita all night long!
KABB bar & grill TEL (8621) 3307 0798
mon:day
A chance to enjoy your mon:day. A place to feel the welcome
of couches. A time for calm without the pressures of the
dancefloor. DJ tootekool will give you a great Monday night
at LOgO. 10RMB draft beer and 15RMB glasses of wine.
LOgO TEL (8621) 66281 5646
Tuesday, December 2
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Mile High Club
Ever needed a reason to go out and party on a Tuesday? Airline
personnel take note: Every Tuesday, all airline, hotel and
airport workers enjoy 25rmb for standard drinks or 100RMB
for an open bar all night (airline, hotel card required).
For everyone else, Zapata's is offering all you can eat
tacos for 80RMB, 4:00pm-9:00pm. Also, get 4 Coronas or 10
tequila shots for 100RMB.
Zapata's TEL (86) 1381 8669 754
Teacher
Tuesdays
May I have all the teachers' attention please? Tuesday teachers'
night is coming! As a teacher, you can't pass this one up!
Bring your ID and get 2 for 1 Tiger Draft and 10% off food.
Orang3 TEL (8621) 6208 2032
I Love Ladies Night!
Every Tuesday, ILS on the Bund hosts a highly generous ladies
night special: free drinks for ladies from 8:00pm until
1:00am. Come by and relax, dance the night away!
I Love Shanghai TEL (8621) 6355 8058
Wednesday, December 3
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Addicted Wednesday
Bonbon's original Free-Flow Openbar with weekly international
guest DJs. Some of the world's most respected DJs have left
their mark on Addicted nights and the mayhem continues this
month. Whether it's electro, trance, techno, or straight
up jackin' house, the international guest DJs and the entire
resident Addicted crew rock your world on Wednesday nights.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
R&B
Remix & Open-Bar
De la coast holds an open bar party with DJ Ring on the
decks. Shake off your pressure, enjoy your Wednesday night
with their now-famous R&B remix! Ladies 50RMB, Gents
100RMB.
De La Coast TEL (8621) 6330 2615
It's
a Steak Out
Don't miss our Steak Set Menu every Wednesday, 180RMB for
tender and juicy sirloin steak, bowl of soup and a glass
of house wine. Starts 4:00pm.
Blue Frog Super Brand Mall TEL (8621) 5047 3488
Thursday,
December 4
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The Shelter 1 Year Anniversary
The Shelter would like to thank anyone and everyone who
have supported us over the last year, there are far too
many of you to thank individually but we are sure you know
who you are. On Thursday December 4th please come and join
us in celebrating one year of great music in a bomb shelter
in Shanghai.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
Iron Mic
Muse hosts The Official Chinese Hip Hop National MIC Battle
on December 4. Line up: Iron Mic MC Battle Semi-Final DJ
Kill/ DJ Choyce Kutz/ Blakk Bubble/ Kid Vishis/ Royce 5'9"
Starts at 9:00pm.
Muse TEL (8621) 5213 5228
Rumba
Latina
Guest DJ Luciana Brasil and house DJ Jigz will give the
sound of Brazilian Pop Rock, Brazilian Pop, Reggaton, Pagode
Samba and Salsa Meringue. Free entry, open bar from 10:00pm.
789 Nanjing Lu TEL (8621) 3318 9999
Friday,
December 5
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Absinthe Annihilation: The Jingan Jamboree
Versinthe Selction Brands hosts a night of Absinthe shots
and cocktails to nourish your liver. 25RMB Absinthe shots
and cocktails all night.
I Love Shanghai TEL (8621) 5228 6899
This is Friday w. guest DJ
Pete Gooding (UK)
DJ/Producer Pete Gooding has been quietly turning out some
of 2008's finest deep house, techno and sublime downbeat
electronica tracks, and he's quickly acquired a tag marked
'hot property' via a flurry of productions with his different
studio partners James Doman, Steve Miller, Phil Dockerty,
and Christian Sol & John Moss breaking into numerous
A-list DJ Top 10's and Beatport charts alike.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
DJ Ken Ishii
DJ Ken Ishii comes to Club Sky and gives us his wonderful
show. Support is from DJ Mansun. 100RMB for entry. Starts
at 9:00pm.
Club Sky TEL (8621) 6255 5626
Tokyo
Night
Tokyo Night returns to Bar Rouge once again with DJ Mitomi
Tokoto as well as the "CyberJapan Girls": Aoi,
Kuran, Hiroe, Mio, Masayo and Baby. Dress code is white.
Starts at 10:00pm. 100RMB for entry.
Bar Rouge TEL (8621) 6339 1199
Saturday, December 6
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Void Present: DJ Bone
Void are very happy to welcome Detroit's DJ Bone to Shanghai
to help celebrate one year of parties at The Shelter. One
of the Motor City's best techno DJs, DJ Bone will show just
why he is booked all over the world with his 3 turntable
assault.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
We Beatzdown Hip Hop with Its
Your Birthday Party Night
December babies make sure you let us know if it's your birthday
tonight cause we want to help you celebrate. Just be center
stage around midnight and we'll call you up for a birthday
you won't soon forget!
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
DJ Sasha
DJ Sasha returns to Shanghai at JJ2. Sasha is presenting
his new album "Sasha Involver 2" to you. 200RMB
for entry. Don't miss it.
JJ2 TEL (8621) 6437 0888
Sunday,
December 7
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Thai Style BBQ
Need something to make you hot this winter? Come and try
The Spot's Sunday BBQ Smokin' Hott Thai Style! 98RMB all-you-can-eat
BBQ with Thai Salad buffet and 150RMB with open bar. Children
under 12 free if accompanied by an adult.
The Spot TEL (8621) 6247 3579
A Sunday Brunch for a Well-Deserved
You
The Sunday Brunch at Marriott Cafe features International
and Asian cuisine in a refreshing collection of appetizers,
salads, fresh seafood, hot dishes and rich desserts. Savory
antipasti, sushi, fritto misto and vodka-oyster shooters
are just some of our highlights. An unforgettable experience
for the whole family, this brunch is priced at RMB298* for
adults and RMB168* for kids 6-12 years old (free for kids
under 6 years old). *All prices are subject to a 15% service
charge.
Marriott Cafe TEL (8621) 6237 6000 ext. 6657
French Festival Dinner Buffet
In addition to the highly acclaimed dinner buffet, the Coffee
Shop (2F) will offer a French Gourmet Feast from Nov. 1st
to Dec. 31st. You can enjoy a wonderful gourmet trip without
going abroad. The price: RMB 138+15% per person * Half price
for children under 12 years old * Unlimited soft drinks
and local beer are included.
Central Hotel Shanghai Coffee Shop TEL (8621) 5396 5000
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