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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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 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.
 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.
 Christmas
and New Year Special Room package at the Kempinski Hotel
Beijing Lufthansa Center
Christmas is around the corner. Discover the special flair
of the Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center in its
unique European Christmas ambience as we offer you accommodation
in our comfortable Deluxe rooms located on the higher
floors of the Hotel, including breakfast for 2 for only
CNY 988+15% surcharge per night. Valid from 19 to 28 December
2008. New Year, Beijing, 2009. Celebrate the new year's
arrival in China's capital at the Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Lufthansa Center as we offer you accommodation in our
comfortable Deluxe rooms located on the higher floors
of the Hotel, including breakfast for 2 for only CNY 988+15%
surcharge per night. Valid from 28 December 2008 to 5
January 2009. Book Now. For reservations please contact:
Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 5522 /5533; E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Christmas
Room Package at Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Christmas Eve Package: Deluxe Room: RMB 2,988; Suite Room:
RMB 3,988. Christmas Day Package: Superior Room: RMB 2,188;
Suite Room: RMB 3,188. Complimentary Luxury Christmas
Dinner/Brunch for both packages. The Validity is from
Dec 23rd - 26th, 2008. The Reservations must be guaranteed
by the Credit Card. The rates are subject to 15% surcharge
per room per night. The full prepayment is required and
non-refundable for any cancellations or shorten stay.
For reservations and further information, please call
(8610) 5963 6688 ext. 7700, Fax: (8610) 5963 6589 /6511
or email resv.prk@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.
 This
Winter Stay 3 Nights and Pay For 2 at Somerset ZhongGuanCun,
Beijing
Located in the heart of Beijing's prime high technology
zone, also known as China's Silicon Valley, close to the
Beijing Olympic Village, the Tsinghua, Renmin and Peking
universities, Haidian Theatre and Medical Centre. The
balanced and enriching lifestyle provided by the residence
is ideal for executives and their families. From now till
28 February 2009, enjoy fully-equipped apartments from
1-bedroom suites to 2-bedroom suites with our irresistible
"Stay 3 nights and pay for 2" special room package
starting from RMB1900+15%. Somerset Serviced 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
 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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|  Golden
Christmas Dinner
Celebrate with a magnificent buffet dinner and enjoy a variety
of talented entertainment throughout the evening. There
are also exciting Lucky Draws waiting for you! The first
prize is Cash RMB 4999 and two nights stay in one of Accor
China hotels. Christmas chocolates, desserts and other holiday
goodies are available in the Tian Deli Shop on the first
floor of the hotel. Early booking before December 10,2008
get 5% discount. From RMB 1088 /net per person Date: December
24, 2008 18:30-22:30 Venue: Grand Mercure Baolong Golden
Ballroom Reservation Hotline: (8621) 3505 9666*5888.
 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
Eve Gala Dinner
RMB988 net per person (Front Row Seats), RMB888 net per
person (Regular Seats), December 24th Christmas Eve, 4th
Floor Grand Ballroom. Feel the Christmas Spirit, Join our
Fabulous Christmas Party. A Fun Filled Evening with Live
Entertainment and Lucky Draw, Savor a Wide Selection of
Authentic Christmas. Delicacies from Around the World. Including
free flow of Local Beer, Soft Drinks and Juices. 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
 Fly
KLM to Europe - only from RMB 3320!
Fly KLM in Economy Class from Shanghai to Europe
from only RMB 3320*! Purchase period: Until December 31st,
2008. Departure period: Until March 31st, 2009. For more
information and booking, please call KLM at 4008 808 222
or visit www.klm.com.cn.
*Fare valid for round trips only, excluding taxes. Available
only at KLM Sales and Service Center and online booking,
Offer is subject to availability in the relevant booking
class. 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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| Photography
by Liu Jin
November 8, 2008 - January 31, 2009, 140sqm Gallery TEL
(8621) 6431 6216
China
Energy Printmaking Exhibition
November 30, 2008 - February 28, 2009, Greek Art Center
TEL (8621) 6380 4150
Zhang
Sijin Solo Exhibition
December 13-December 23, Shang Gallery TEL (8621) 6381 5758
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
Li
Erping Solo Exhibition
December 6-December 19, 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, 2008 - January 09, 2009, 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
"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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| Musical
"The Long River"
Tickets selling for 100-580rmb.
December 12-15, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL
(8621) 6386 8686
Drama
"Mei Lanfang"
Tickets selling for 80-880rmb.
December 12-15, Majestic Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 4409
Drama
"The Wall Street"
Tickets selling for 120-150rmb.
December 12-January 4 2009, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Studio
Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686
The
Anniversary Concert, Elaine Paige in Shanghai 2008
Elaine Paige is famous as "The First Lady of British
Musical Theatre". Now she is coming back to host a
concert to mark the 40th anniversary of her singing career.
She will sing her most famous songs at the concert. Don't
miss it. Tickets selling for 180-1280rmb.
December 16, Shanghai Grand Stage (Shanghai Gymnasium) TEL
(8621) 6438 5200
Berliner
Symphoniker Shanghai Concert 2008
Tickets selling for 200-1600rmb.
December 18, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall
TEL (8621) 6854 1234
Drama
"The Deer & the Cauldron"
Tickets selling for 100-280rmb.
December 18-January 10, 2009 Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre
- Arts Theatre TEL (8621) 6473 4567
Irish
Dance: Rhythm of the Dance
Tickets selling for 100-1080rmb.
December 19-22, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Lyric Theatre TEL
(8621) 6386 8686
Charming
Night Shanghai Jazz Concert
Tickets selling for 100-380rmb.
December 19, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Performance
Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234
Xue
Zhiqian 2008 Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 180-880rmb.
December 20, Shanghai International Gymnastic Center TEL
(8621) 6228 9488
Peking
Opera "Women Generals of the Yang's"
Tickets selling for 180-880rmb.
December 20, Shanghai International Gymnastic Center TEL
(8621) 6228 9488
Peking
Opera "Women Generals of the Yang's"
Tickets selling for 30-380rmb.
December 21, Yi Fu Theatre TEL (8621) 6322 5075 |
 Weekly Calendar |
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December 15, 2008
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Salsa Sauce
Monday nights are dedicated to the fresh Latin rhythms of
Salsa. Live Latin band, a fresh mix of South American performers
will grace the stage and play upfront Salsa music all night
long. Our guests can enjoy the sounds of salsa while learning
sexy dance moves from the pros at "Salsa Shanghai".
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Fruit
in a Suit
Every Monday night, Frangipani hosts "Fruit in a Suit"
night. All drinks 50% off.
Frangipani TEL (8621) 5375 0084
Ladies
Night
Zapata's introduces its Second Ladies night, complementing
Zapata's extremely popular Wednesday ladies night. 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
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
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Teacher Tuesdays
If you are teachers, welcome to Orange 3 to enjoy special
night. Bring your ID and you can get 2 for 1 Tiger Draft
and 10% off food.
Orang 3 TEL (8621) 6208 2032
Erica
vs. Vlad
On Tuesdays stop by LOgO and enjoy a night of smooth jazz,
blues, and rock, and even a little funk with Erica and Vlad.
Free entry. Cheap drinks.
LOgO TEL (8621) 6281 5646
Ladies'
Night
Every Tuesday, Bulldog Shanghai hosts a highly generous
ladies night special: Free Sparkling wine, Cocktails and
Standard Drinks for ladies all night long!
Bulldog Shanghai TEL (8621) 6466 7878
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
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Lass Uns Mal Treffen
Germans enjoy food and drink specials at this monthly mixer,
including Erdinger dark and white (40RMB), Carlsberg Chill
(20RMB), burger (30RMB) and Hawaiian pizza (35RMB). Free
entry.
7pm-late. Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Ladies
On Top
Barabarossa hosts "Ladies on Top" every Wednesday
with free selected cocktails on the third floor and roof-top
terrace. DJs Perseau plays funk and house all night. Barbarossa
Lounge TEL (8621) 6318 0220
Wednesday
Bandmember Club
Every Wednesday, we feature a Bandmember Club at Yu Yin
Tang. No matter where you come from, you are more than welcome
as long as you live in shanghai and love music or look for
a bandmember. Show yourself with your instruments, voice
and ideas here!
8pm-12am. Yuyintang TEL (8621) 5237 8662
Thursday,
December 18, 2008
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Rack Your Brains - Quiz Night with Sam
Every Thursday night, you will have a chance to win 1000RMB
drink voucher. Buy one get one free on all standard drinks
all night!
Bulldog Shanghai TEL (8621) 6466 7878
A
Nu Kind Of Blue
The Shelter present a night of Jazzy beats, from Miles Davis
to Kyoto Jazz Massive, Charlie Parker to Silhouette Brown
and Donald Byrd to Jazzanova. Resident DJs Alan, V-Nutz
and The Drunk Monk will be joined by guest DJs, live musicians
and vocalists. There will be space to dance as well as space
to sit back, chill and enjoy the show.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
Hip
Hop Special CSBA Street Basketball Theme Party
A special street-basketball hip hop party with some rad
demos by all-stars from the China Street Basketball Assn.
Shanghai's hottest weeknight hip hop throwdown happens Thursdays
at Club Bonbon, with FREE-FLOW OPENBAR all night! Join MCs
PQ and ShoutDogg and special guest DJs for loads of laughs,
fun and games, big prizes, gifts and giveaways all night
long!
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Friday,
December 19, 2008
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2008 Winter Solstice Party
Our bartenders break out their Santa suits again and serve
you as Santa, cameras a must! 25RMB XXXmas Cocktails all
night!
I Love Shanghai TEL (8621) 6355 8058
Let
it Snow, Let it Sin
Holidays are coming so this is your last chance to Sin before
your family gatherings. Don's miss it. Our musicians and
dancers will give you wonderful show. Free entry.
Sin TEL (8621) 6267 7779
Five
Dollar Shakes
Five dollar shakes come back to Yuyintang again. Let party
together with them. Don't be shy, do yourself! 30RMB for
entry. Yuyintang TEL (8621) 5237 8662
Saturday,
December 20, 2008
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Sweatshop-Monster's Ball!
To wrap up this year's drum'n'bass soirees nicely, we are
hosting a monster ball featuring a tidy line-up of local
selekta's and MC's for a night of UK Drum'n'Bass, and a
taste of UK Garage, and Grime. Free entrance for the ones
in tux or gowns!Expect a proper rinse out session and a
special guest appearance too!
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
Beatzdown
Crew - In da house!
Slammin' hip hop beats, babes, b-boys and the infamous Free-Flow
Allnite Openbar are what its all about on Saturday nights
at Bonbon. Voted Shanghai's "Best Club" 2 years
in a row by People's Choice awards, the party starts off
early and goes late, right through till 4:00 the next morning!
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299
Live
Wire
Filled with passion, glamour and style, "Arena"
is an exciting band from Southern America featuring a professional
cast of musicians and singers who have all had a long history
of performance. The repertoire includes ballads, boleros,
traditional romance music as well as salsa merengue, cumbia,
cha cha cha and more. 30RMB for entry including one vodka
mix or Carlsberg chill.
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Sunday,
December 21, 2008
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Sunday BBQ
Every Sunday from 12pm to 10pm, The Spot hosts an all-you-can-eat
BBQ buffet for 150RMB/person with drinks. Kids under 12
years old free of charge with freebies.
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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