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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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 Dining Out |
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 Great Buffet Deals at Grand Mercure Hongqiao Shanghai
Are you looking for a tasty biz lunch? From Monday to Saturday, RMB88* per person, this buffet lunch features various delicacies from traditional Chinese dishes and snacks to western-style cuisines and desserts. For weekends, would you like to delight yourself with an exclusive dining? Sunday Brunch, RMB188* per person, offers a fine selection of sumptuous seafood feast, Smoked Salmon, Sea Crabs, King Shrimp and Scallop with free flow of soft drinks. *Prices above are subject to 15% surcharge. For more information or bookings, please call Florent at (8621) 5153 3300 ext. 3708. Email: restaurant@grandmercure-hongqiao-shanghai.com
 Deutsche Kuche - Infinity Celebrates the Cuisine of Germany
Each Friday and Saturday evening in June, Infinity presents the best from the German kitchen featuring Leberknodelsuppe (Liver dumpling soup), Bayerischer Wurstelmix (Bavarian sausages), Rindergulasch (Beef goulash) and Knusprige Schweinshaxe (Crispy pork knuckle) as well as great German breads and many other traditional dishes. The best of German cuisine will form part of our full dinner buffet with seafood, Asian and Western dishes and some serious desserts! Level 1 Infinity Dinner 18:00–22:30 Adults RMB 228* Children RMB 128* For reservations, please call: (8621) 5130 0000 ext 4009 *Prices subject to 15% surcharge. 1199 Ying Chun Road, Pudong, Shanghai.
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 Celebrating 25 Years of Defining Global Living at Ascott Beijing
Strategically located in the heart of CBD zone in Chaoyang District, close to China World Trade Center. Ascott Beijing offers luxurious serviced accommodation with comprehensive personalized services and facilities. Join us in our 25th Anniversary celebrations with special rates and promotions starting 1 April 2009! Enjoy 25% off Best Available Rates; Enjoy 1 free night for every month's stay; Refer a guest and be rewarded with free nights; Enjoy Grand Lucky Draw - 25 Years with Ascott. For details check at http://www.the-ascott.com/en/china/beijing/ascott_beijing.html; China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com
 GMB
Triple B Package
Superior - RMB888+15% per room per night, inclusive of 1
daily breakfast; Deluxe - RMB988+15% per room per night,
inclusive of 1 daily breakfast; Executive Club - RMB1188+15%
pe room per night, with Full Club benefits; 2nd person breakfast
supplement will be additional of RMB100 for all the above
rooms category. Validity - with immediate to August 31,
2009. Contact Line: (8610) 8587 6888 - 5888.
 Hotel Kunlun June Room Promotion
Take advantage of Hotel Kunlun's Summer Room rate promotion. A great price gets you a room with complimentary broadband internet, fitness center, and pool access. Deluxe Room: RMB 980 net inclusive of breakfast; Premier Deluxe Room: RMB 1180 net inclusive of breakfast; Executive Deluxe Room: RMB1380 inclusive of Summit Club Executive breakfast. Reservations are required in advance, subject to availability. For further information, please contact Hotel Kunlun's Reservations Department at: Tel: (8610) 6590 3388 ext. 5457 or email us: res@hotelkunlun.com
 Hilton Beijing Wangfujing Suite Lifestyle
Book minimum 2 nights in a Lifestyle Suite at Best Available Rates plus a supplement of only RMB100 per room per night and enjoy the following benefits: Access to Executive Lounge | Complimentary one hour signature treatment at The Spa | Choice of airport pick up or drop off. Valid from March 01 - June 30, 2009. Tel: (8610) 5812 8888; Fax: (8610) 5812 8886; Website: www.wangfujing.hilton.com
 Kempinski
Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center Meeting Package
March 1 - December 31, 2009. Full Day Package: Rmb 668.00
net per person: A meetings concierge executive dedicated
throughout your event | Welcome coffee and tea | Morning
and afternoon coffee breaks with freshly brewed coffee,
fine tea and assorted home-made cookies | Two bottles of
local mineral water per person during your meeting | Your
choice of: International lunch buffet; 3-course western
set menu; Chinese set menu; Local mineral water and soft
drinks included | Main meeting room according to your number
of delegates | Stationery and mints | One flip-chart or
white board | 20 table name cards | Registration desk |
One flower arrangement for the meeting room or registration
desk. For reservations please contact: Tel: (8610) 6465
3388 ext. 4126; E-mail: meeting.beijing@kempinski.com;
Website: www.kempinski-beijing.com
 Wedding Photo Shoot Package at Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa
Dreaming of the perfect wedding pictures? Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa extends a romantic invitation to you! With a long white sand beach, clear blue ocean and exotic tropical gardens, together with a professional photography team we can help make your dreams a reality! Our Wedding Photo Shoot Package starts from 5,468 RMB / 2 nights. Including: *Luxurious Accommodation; * Professional Wedding Photographer for a one day Photo Shoot. * A DVD with 120 high resolution wedding pictures. * 3 different gowns of various styles. * Choose from two exotic different locations. * Roundtrip airport transfers. * Limousine service for the photo shoot day. * A treatment for two at our "Quan" Spa and more... Valid until October 31, 2009, terms and conditions apply. Book now: (0898) 8856 1133 and 400 888 5551 (China) or book online: sanyamarriottresort.com.
 Take a Piece of Heaven Home
Celebrate the heavenly bed's 10th anniversary at The Westin Beijing Financial Street. Stay or accumulate 10 room nights and receive a complimentary heavenly bed, from rmb 1800 per night exclusively on our 'Take a Piece of Heaven Home' offer only. Buy a heavenly bed and receive 10 complimentary room night vouchers. This exclusive offer is valid until 31 December 2009 subject to 15% service charge. Terms and conditions apply. To make a reservation please call (8610) 6606 8866 or email reservation.beijing@westin.com
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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
2 Days Exciting HuangShan (Yellow Mountain) Tour
"No need to see any other mountains after Huangshan!" I believe you've heard about this old saying before. Why not come over and experience it by yourself? Huangshan is a marvelous mountain area which is now on the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List. It's famous for its four unique scenes: interesting shaped rocks, waterfalls, unique shaped pine trees growing out of rocks, and views of clouds touching the mountainsides. For more information, please call: (8621) 6142 7311
1 Day Suzhou Old Town Tour
There is a Chinese saying, "Paradise above, Suzhou and Hangzhou below." So how about make Suzhou your next destination? Suzhou is a beautiful city regarded as a great tourist attraction for its beautiful stone bridges, pagodas, and delicately designed gardens. On this tour, you may visit some famous scenic spots such as Lion Forest, Suzhou Museum, Silk Factory, Hanshan Temple Grand Canal Cruise and Shantang Ancient Street. For more information, please call: (8621) 6251 5777
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Health & Fitness |
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& 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
Double Rainbow Massage House
If you are looking for a traditional Chinese massage with competitive rates, then Double-rainbow Massage House will be your best choice. Double-rainbow is the first massage center in Shanghai, they provide excellent massage with their professional blind masseurs. You could choose your favorite masseur, state your preference and then keep your clothes on for a 45 to 60 minutes massage. For enquiries or reservations, please call: (8621) 6473 4000 |
 Relocations |
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Shanghai Hujia Moving Co., Ltd
With a bridle-wise work team, Shanghai Hujia Moving Company doing moving and freight business. 70% workers are skilled in moving and fix furniture, especially for piano, air conditioner, and so on. We offer different sizes of trucks for different demand, customers can call and choose the size they need in advance. 24 free service line: 800 620 0370 |
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Learning Chinese at Mandarinmorning Language Centre
Mandarinmorning language Centre provides professional, effective, practical tools in helping you with your Chinese learning. Our training center can design suitable courses for the clients on different levels. You will be sure to find your confidence, ability, and self-esteem in using mandarin with the help of our professional and experienced teachers. TEL (8621) 5228 7809 |
 Biz Exhibitions
& Art Exhibitions |
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CFA 2009
June 5-7, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888
2009 China (Shanghai) Architectural Design & Urban Planning Exhibition
June 10-12, Shanghai Mart TEL (8621) 6236 6888
China International Exhibition On Mould & Die, Equipment And related Industry
June 2-5, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL (8621) 2890 6666
Shanghai Tex 2009
June 12-15, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre TEL (8621) 2890 6666
"Contemporary Ink Painting"-Shanghai New Ink Painting Art Exhibition
May 12-June 10, Zhu Qizhan Art Museum TEL (8621) 5671 0741
Conceptual Photography-Exhibition Of "Chinese Opera poker" Series
Under the premise of keeping the special stylized forms of Chinese Opera, we added some popular elements in our work, trying to smash the shackle of "Classic" and deconstruct the old patterns in order to present it in an easy look of popular art.
June 13-July 9, 1918 ArtSpace TEL (8621) 5228 6776
Zhang Xin Solo Exhibition
May 30-June 12, Shang Art Gallery TEL (8621) 6381 5758
Lu Jun And Sun Ji Two Solo Exhibitions
m97 Gallery presents two separate solo exhibitions of works by photography artists Lu Jun and Sun Ji.
April 18-June 18, m97 Gallery TEL (8621) 6266 1597
To Review Is To Learn Something New-Xue Song Solo Exhibition
The exhibition features compelling new works (2007-2009) created in Xue Songs signature style, the carefully assembled collages.
May 17-June 16, ShanghART at 796 Huaihailu TEL (8621) 3395 0808
Carry-on Items
May 9-June 14, OV Gallery TEL (8621) 5465 7768 |
 Theater &
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Music Comedy "If I Were Not Who I Am"
Tickets selling for 90-180rmb.
June 2-28, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Drama Salon TEL (8621) 6473 4567
Mummenschanz Mime Troupe "3x11"
Tickets selling for 100-200rmb
June 3-4, Yi Fu Theatre TEL (8621) 6322 5075
Chorus Concert by Shanghai Broadcasting Children's Chorus
Tickets selling for 30-80rmb.
June 6, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234
French Art Group Yi-Feydeau, Wait
Tickets selling for 100-280rmb
June 6, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Drama Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 8530
Fidelio Trio Concert
Tickets selling for 60-300rmb.
June 7, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Performance Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234
Agatha Christie's Towards Zero
Tickets selling for 100-200rmb
May 25-June 7, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Drama Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686 |
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Monday Night Acoustic
Here's a place for you to show your talent! No matter you are a singer or a songwriter, we offer you a venue to perform your music. Don't let us down! Beers from RMB25 and cocktails from RMB30. No cover.
Beedees TEL (8621) 6327 3160
Monday Blues
I guess no one like Mondays, so we are offering all drinks at half price in order to put the smile back on your face. That means pints of beer for only RMB20! Hope you like this Aussie lifestyle.
1oz3 Yueyang Lu TEL (8621) 6433 2917
Manic Monday
Come to enjoy the Bulldog dinner special-buy one main course get one main course free. Quiz night starts at 9:00pm with questions about general knowledge, sports, music and more. If you wanna win RMB1000 drink vouchers, join us or create your own team now!
The Bulldog TEL (8621) 6445 9464
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Tuesday Afterwork Party
Vue Bar hosts "Afterwork Party" with special cocktails every Tuesday. Fruit caiprinihas with Rum or Vodka for RMB40. DJ Paul London on the decks. Starts at 5:00pm.
Vue Bar TEL (8621) 6393 1234
Tuesday Salsa Party
Come and dance your new step out as salsa DJ Mr. Elliott spin the sexy Latin beats all night long. Enjoy the show from local salsa swingers as you sit in the couch while sipping our buy one get one free beer. Charge required. No cover.
TangoBang TEL (8621) 5877 1881
Lady's Night
This is a night dedicated to all the beautiful ladies in town. Here we have special sexy cocktails for you, great tunes for you, you are the princess tonight. Ladies get drink for free from 9:00pm till midnight. No cover.
Longitude TEL (8621) 6431 7751
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
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Hip Hop Night
The best music in town, the longest bar in Asia. The Wall hosts hip hop night every Wednesday featuring DJ Matthew. Free flow from 9:00pm to 2:00am. RMB50 for entry.
The Wall TEL (8621) 5037 0300
Yellow
Yellow is LOgO's new Wednesday party. DJ Ben Huang will spin different kinds of music like electro-downbeat, funky minimal and groove. Free drink and heap drinks.
LOgO TEL (8621) 6281 5646
No Man's Land
No Man's Land, as one of Shanghai's favorite ladies night, kicks off its first night at Sin Lounge. Tonight's party is more spice than ever before. In order to enjoy a good gossip, we still stick to the entry policy: strict ladies only before 10:30pm. Free drinks for girls until 12:00am. No cover.
Sin Lounge TEL (8621) 6267 7779
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Karma-Koma Presents: SIG
SIG started producing around 5 years ago, and has quickly built up a large collection of amazing beats, he is also member of the band NAZIKT. SIG will be playing a solo DJ set of all his own productions. Prepare to hear the future sounds of underground hip hop in China!
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
Vanity Thursdays
Club Sky hosts "Vanity" RnB and hip hop party with international DJs. RMB60 for ladies, RMB100 for guys. Starts at 10:00pm. Club Sky TEL (8621) 6255 5626
Martini Tasting
Welcome to MiNT's Martini Tasting night. Each week a new martini joins the cocktail menu. DJ Teng Boon and Mick Martinez try their best to give us hot music.
MiNT TEL (8621) 6391 2811
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Strong Island's for Babies!
Our beloved bartender Joel just had a baby girl! To celebrate and to support him, we're offering Strong Island Iced Teas at 30RMB with half the proceeds going towards baby materials and gifts for newest ILS crazy person in training!
I Love Shanghai TEL (8621) 5228 6899
Disco Bubble
Dress up like a disco star at this monthly 70's party fueled by all-you-can-drink cocktails and beers. DJ Thomas Paninaro drops all your favorite disco hits. RMB100 with open bar 10:00pm-2:00am.
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023
Quiz League Night
Join us every Friday from 5:00pm to 9:00pm for Shanghai Quiz League Night at Champions. Surprising prices await the Quiz winners. Brain snack buffet for RMB168* per person including local beer, house wine and soft drinks. All prices are subject to 15% service charge.
Champions Bar TEL (8621) 6237 6000
Saturday, June 6, 2009
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Sub-Culture Present: KODE 9
Kode9's hyperdub sound is difficult to define, sometimes with beats, sometimes without, sometimes with a vocalist, sometimes without-the only continuity is the heavy sub bass. Currently, kode9's DJ sets travel through a selection of off-key synth driven beats and hyperactive, percussive UK house and dubstep.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400
The House
Welcome to enjoy house music by DJ King. RMB100 for all-you-can-drink. Starts at 9:00pm.
De la Coast TEL (8621) 6330 2615
S2S Party
Anar hosts S2S party on Saturday starting from 1:00am to 8:00am with DJs Philippe Ortega from France and Afro-J from Shanghai. Free entry and 30RMB drink specials.
Anar TEL (8621) 6289 9326
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Open Mic Night
Be ready to take over the stage! The Blues Room is going to host an open mic night along with blues, jazz, folk, and rock music. RMB20 will get you draft beer. Enjoy the night!
The Blues Room TEL (8621) 6289 2978
Sunday Fun
Welcome to Big Bamboo, you will get much more fun! There are live shows, special drinks, and funny people.
Big Bamboo TEL (8621) 6256 2265
Sunday Tango Class
Got no plans for Sunday? Come to TangoBang as we offer a free Argentina Tango class to all you fans. The best Argentina Tango couple in town will give you the lesson bilingually. No cover.
TangoBang TEL (8621) 5877 1881
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National Symphony Orchestra Shanghai Concert
Tickets selling for 100-1600rmb.
June 16, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234
Wu Bai & China Blue SpaceBomb 2009 Shanghai Concert
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June 20, Shanghai Grand Stage (Shanghai Gymnasium) TEL (8621) 6438 5200 |
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