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Adopt a Pet

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

Hotel Deals

Love at Crowne Plaza Sanya
Valentine's Day is coming! Only RMB 999 and enjoy Honeymoon Suite to spend your romantic holiday in Sanya.Elegant design in the spacious suite, privacy is guaranteed. Roses with the round water bed, life could not be sweeter! Celebrate the International Language of Love with a Romantic & Intimate dinner, RMB 528 per couple in L16 Thai Cafe & Bar. You will be welcomed by champagne cocktail on arrival, enjoy one complimentary bottle of wine with your loved one.Tea Tree Spa prepared the "Let There Be Love" treatment for couples with RMB 1760 for 120 min, include the Romatic dinner in L16. Valid from 6th to 14th Feb, 2008. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.crowneplaza.cn. Hotel website: www.cpsanya.com. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888 (mobile).

Stay at the newly re-designed Four Points by Sheraton Changshu
Relax and experience our brand-new guest room from RMB429+. Including daily buffet breakfast up to 1 person; one RMB100 meal coupon; upgrade to our Executive King Room for an additional RMB200; free use of internet; fitness center and indoor pool. Please call (86 512) 5298 8888 or visit fourpoints.com/changshu for more information.

Interlaken Spring Festival
Relax unwind and replenish your soul at The Interlaken OCT Hotel Shenzhen. Discover warm calm and serenity at OCT East. From RMB2768+15% per room per night(Period: from now to 31 Feb.): 1 night staying | 2 New Year Breakfasts in Interlaken Cafe | 2 Tickets to Tea Stream Valley | Spa (except treatment) | Tea Show. For more information please call (86 755) 8888 3333.

A Gift for the New Year from only RMB 988.00
* Per Room/Per Night * From February 03rd to 18th, 2008 * Inclusive of: One Buffet Breakfast | Valid for our Superior Room Category | Free Access to both Health Club Outlets and Indoor Swimming Pool. Rates are subject to 15% surcharge. Confirmation of booking subject to availability. No. 50, Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100016 P.R.C. Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext 5522; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204. E-mail: reservations.beijing@kempinski.com

Style & Elegance is Happening in Marco Polo Parkside, Beijing
Located in the Asian Games Village, only 1km distance from the "Birds Nest" and the "water cube", the national main stadium of 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. 315 rooms and suites, with 3 Continental Club Floors ( Executive Floors) with duplex Club Lounge. State-of-art meeting or conference facilities, "creative" food and drinks, together with 4000-sq m Life Style Club. More interesting package from us - Relaxation package (Room +Massage + One way Transfer +Breakfast- wow!). Call (8610) 5963 6688 for reservations or e-mail us at parkside@marcopolohotels.com for more information.

Royal Meeting Package
Turn your meetings into milestones at the Radisson SAS Hotel Beijing. With a 345 m2 Ballroom and multiple flexible rooms featuring natural daylight, the Hotel is as an ideal venue for your business and conference needs. Half Day Meeting, CNY 318 per person; Full Day Meeting, CNY 388 per person. The package includes meeting rooms, standard stationary, mints and bottled of mineral water, coffee breaks, state-of-the-art AV supports, free broadband and wireless internet access, Chinese set menu or lunch buffet with free flow of soft drinks, plus surprise bonus. The package rates are subject to 15% service charge and available for a booking of 25 people or more. Please call (8610) 8460 2346 for more information.

Enjoy a Romantic Skiing Vacation in Dalian!
Until 29 February 2008, don't miss a romantic and exciting skiing vacation with your family in Dalian and irresistible offers from RMB850 at Shangri-La Hotel, Dalian. The rate includes 2-hour skiing in Dalian Linhai Skiing Course and round-trip shuttle transportation.*Above rate is subject to 15% surcharge and hotel room availability. Add: 66 Renmin Road, Dalian 116001, China. Tel: (86 411) 8252 5000; Fax: (86 411) 8252 5050; E-mail: slda@shangri-la.com; Website: www.shangri-la.com

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Dining Out

Just The Two of Us
Spoil your special partner with a romantic dinner this St Valentine's Day at the JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai. Choose from any of our three award winning restaurants all offering 360 degree views of the city–Marriott Cafe introducing the very best of international and Asian cuisines which priced at RMB988 net per couple. Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant's eight-course set dinner with a free cocktail each for couples priced at RMB888 net. JW's California Grill, a four course candle light dinner including a glass of champagne each for couples just at RMB1,088 net. Chocolates and rose as gift for the lady. For enquires please call (8621) 5359 4969 ext. 6403.

New Year Family Set Menu at Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel
As a sanctuary in the midst of the dynamic Pudong business environment, our hotel delights travelers by thoughtfully delivering seamless service in a contemporary Western setting with classical Shanghainese flair. For those who prefer something different, Reizenya is offering a delicious New Year Family Set Menu. Authentically Japanese, savour the unmistakable taste of delicious udon noodles, sukiyaki in hot broth and many more, it's a deal at a real steal! Price: RMB198 net per set; Venue: Reizenya Japanese Recipe; Date: February 1-28, 2008. Renaissance Gold Card is not applicable for this promotion. For reservations please call: (8621) 3871 4888.

New Year Set Menu with Mahjong Night
Yar Chi Ting New Year Set Dinner with a selection of 9 dishes especially created to celebrate the New Year. From *RMB1,188; Promotional period: Feb. 1st to Feb. 13th 17:30–22:30; Reservations: (8621) 5130 0000 ext 4047. Mahjong Night --- Jan. 1st - Feb.13th 2008, 18:00 - 24:00 Indigo room is available to enjoy Mahjong, just *RMB200 for 3 hours and *RMB50 per hour afterwards; Indigo Level 3; Prices is subject to 15% service charge. Reservations: (8621) 5130 0000 ext 4001.


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Travel Information

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

Beijing 4-day Cultural Tour
As well as the nation capital, Beijing is the political, economic and cultural centre of China. The city dates back to the 13th century, when Mogul emperor Kublai Khan established it as the capital of his kingdom there and now as a fast-changing city under a leadership determined to keep pace with a rapidly changing world. In order to welcome 2008 Beijing Olympic Game, the city gets a new scene. More info, pls dial (8621) 6251 1405

One Of The Best Choices: Take A Tour In Hong Kong
Take a Tour and enjoy diversity and excitement at every turn in Hong Kong. Whether by cruise, by day or by night, every tour will captivate you and dispel the belief that Hong Kong is all skyscrapers and shopping malls. Interested in the heritage and culture of Hong Kong? We have great informative tours for you. More info, pls dial 400 820 5667


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Health & Fitness

Total Fitness Club
As one of the best fitness clubs in Shanghai, Total Fitness has the most advanced training equipment. Besides we have the best function testing apparatus, a series of courses designed by LES MILLS and NIKE and professional coaches certificated by CEPT. Total Fitness is the best place of gaining health, vogue and harmonious life. For more information, pls visit www.totalfitness.com.cn

Green Massage
Enjoy greater health and pamper yourself at GreenMassage. We provide professional massage therapists and outstanding service for guests in a unique and elegant environment. Our treatments include traditional Chinese massage strokes, Japanese Shiatsu finger pressure techniques and aromatherapy and foot reflexology. GreenMassage brings you a sense of peace in a private environment. More info, pls dial: (8621) 5386 0222

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Relocations

Shanghai Qiangsheng Relocation Company
As one of the earliest relocation companies in Shanghai, Shanghai Qiangsheng Relocation Company is welcomed by its high quality services. Shanghai Qiangsheng does its best to make all the customers be satisfied. Free packing and you can pay after your move to ensure all your goods arrived in one piece. Toll-free 800 620 0938

Kaida Auto Relocation
With ISO confirmation, you can trust for our high quality services. The services include not only moving, but also include packing and cleaning, and free boxes will be offered. You can choose the trucks for your need. We can help you move your vehicle too! TEL: (8621) 5638 8918

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Jobs

PR Account Director Wanted at Grebstad Hicks Communications
Grebstad Hicks Communications - a leading regional public relations agency specialising in travel, tourism, hospitality and luxury lifestyle - is looking for an energetic and dynamic PR Account Director(based in Shanghai). The ideal candidate should have: A minimum of 5 years public relations experience; agency experience is a distinct advantage; proven track record of managing a team; experience in strategy creation and implementation of PR/communications strategies; and have strong media relationships. Interested candidates please send resume and details of salary expectation to gary.kitching@ghcasia.com

Communications Director Wanted at ISB
International School of Beijing (ISB) invites applications from candidates in Beijing who are interested in applying for our "Communications Director" position to start employment in July 2008. Please visit the "employment" section of www.isb.bj.edu.cn for more information.

Services

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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

A Series of Services for Central Air Conditioning
The winter is coming again. Be careful with your central air conditioner because it is covered by a lot of bacteria. Shanghai Weiqing Central Air Conditioner Care Ltd. provides a series of services, including caring, cleaning and repairing. Through these services, we can destroy bacteria and germs in your air conditioner system. We will improve the quality of air, so that you can keep your health. TEL: (8621) 6452 4670

Shanghai Bojue Express Company
Shanghai Bojue Logistic Company boasts over 30 vehicles and a staff of more than 50 people. It also has branches all over Shanghai. It provides services range from ticket and hotel reservation and express delivery. For more details, you can dial (8621) 3895 3415.

Shanghai Weipeng Car Rental Ltd.
As an approved "One Stop" car rental services company, Shanghai Weipeng aims at offering economical and convenient plans for our customers, in order to help you enjoy your driving. We not only offer rental for personal and business activities, but also have a professional car team to provide other services. Our services can help you save time and bring you more convenience. For more information, pls call (8621) 6277 0637

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Ancient Embroidery
The exhibition features 50 pieces of Gu-style embroidery. The embroidery used subtly dyed silk threads and wool, and sometimes human hair, swallow's feathers, animal down, aquatic grasses and threads or flakes of gold.
December 29, 2007-February 25, 2008, Shanghai Museum TEL (8621) 6372 3500

Archie Bray Ceramics
The show presents 48 pieces of ceramics made by 26 former Archie Bray resident artists.
Through February 20, The Pottery Workshop C2 Gallery TEL (8621) 6445 0902

Lu Xun Park Project Documental
January 20-February 15, 2008, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 6587 6901

Julian Schnabel Solo Exhibition
Julian Schnabel is a famous American contemporary artist, considered as an important representative figure of the Neo-Expressionism movement. The exhibition will show about 27 oil paintings from difference periods of his life. This show will be Schnabel's first public exhibition in Shanghai.
January 19-February 16, Shanghai Zendai Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 5033 9801

Homage to Picasso
Through January 31, 2008, ART in Capitals TEL (8621) 6280 7103

Rembrandt And The Golden Age, Highlights from the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
It is for the first time that masterpieces from the collection of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam will be seen in China. The exhibition includes two paintings by Rembrandt and twenty prints by the master as well as Delft Blue and silver objects and other paintings of famous Dutch artists such as Frans Hals, Jan Steen and Jacob van Ruysdael.
November 3, 2007-February 13, 2008, Shanghai Museum TEL (8621) 6372 3500

Theater & Performances

Ballet "Notre Dame De Paris"
Tickets selling for 200-1080rmb.
January 28, Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Opera Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

Drama "Nandikevara"
Tickets selling for 100-280rmb.
January 30-February 4, Shanghai Theatre Academy - Small Theatre TEL (8621) 6217 2426

Drama "Kong Ji Shi Se"
Tickets selling for 100rmb.
January 30-31, Shanghai Grand Theatre - Studio Theatre TEL (8621) 6386 8686

Drama "I am Not Li Bai"
Tickets selling for 100-150rmb.
January 9-29, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Studio D6 TEL (8621) 6473 4567

Chamber Music Concert - Gao Yi Guitar Recital
Tickets selling for 50rmb.
January 30, Shanghai Concert Hall - Multifunctional Hall TEL (8621) 6386 5772

Drama "My Own Swordsman"
Tickets selling for 100-280rmb.
January 31, February 1-4, 9-13 2008, Shanghai Art Theatre TEL (8621) 6256 0606

Drama "In the Mirror"
Tickets selling for 100-250rmb.
January 23-27, Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre - Arts Theatre TEL (8621) 6473 4567

Opera "Othello"
All vocal artists come from China not inviting any western super star. The opera "Othello" is regarded as a made-in-China classic opera. Tickets selling for 100-880rmb.
February 1-2, 2008 Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Opera Hall TEL (8621) 6854 1234

VITAS Concert in Shanghai 2008
No one knows Vitas's real name or where he's from. He always keeps secret. This time he comes to Shanghai again with super show. Programs include "Lucia Di Lammermoor," "Where's You, There's," "Extraterrestrial Friend," "Ave Maria," "Someone's Melancholy Is Crying," "Jamaica," "Love While You Can" and The star." Tickets selling for 200-2800rmb.
February 2, 2008 Shanghai Grand Stage TEL (8621) 6438 5200

Weekly Calendar

Monday, January 28, 2008
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Funky Filipino Night
Shanghai's Filipinos receive free Tsingtaos and Temptations to dance the night away! Everyone welcome to join in the Monday madness.
I Love Shanghai TEL (8621) 6355 8058

Salsa Night With Live Band
Dance teachers from "Salsa Shanghai" show you some moves. Happy Hour (buy 1 get 1 free) from 7:00pm-9:00pm. Featuring live band "Azuquita".
Mural Bar TEL (8621) 6433 5023

Vietnamese Cinema
RMB100 includes one drink (Saigon Beer, Vietnamese Coffee, Wine and Solid Vodka cocktails) and one Vietnamese snack (spring rolls, skewers etc.).
F.C.C. TEL (8621) 6445 8082

Tuesday, January 29, 2008
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Around The World Wine Tasting
These tasting provide you with an opportunity to taste some exceptional wines (with various price points, ranging from RMB90 to RMB900 per bottle), as well as have fun and learn a little more about wine with like-minded people. RMB250, every Tuesday at 19:30pm.
Enoteca, TEL (8621) 5404 0050

Dress2Undress
RMB50 for entry including one drink. Free entry to guest that dress on topic. DJ Gary will give you Hip Hop music.
MAO TEL (86) 1381 6095 660

Swing Dynasty
Stop by LOgO and enjoy gypsy, jazz, flamenco and roots live music. Swing Dynasty are comprised of four French musicians. Free entry. Starts at 9:00pm.
LOgO TEL (8621) 6281 5646

Ladies Night
Enjoy Ladies Night at ILS every Tuesday. Free drinks for all ladies from 8:00pm to 1:00am. RMB10 Tequila shots for dudes.
I Love Shanghai TEL (8621) 6355 8058

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Addicted Wednesday
Bonbon's original 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

Salsa Loco @ Yeeha Bar
Every Wednesday we provide salsa lesson from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. After that, there is a wonderful salsa party for you.
Yee-ha Texas Bar & Grill TEL (8621) 6248 9988

Alma Caribena Night
Feel the heat with our dance teacher and her initiation to Caribbean dances: Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Chachacha... Free entry and buy one get one free.
Trader Vic's TEL (8621) 5228 3882

Zapata's Ladies Night
Zapata's host ladies night party every Wednesday. Free Margaritas for girls till midnight. You also can enjoy DJs special music.
Zapata's TEL (8621) 6433 4104

Thursday, January 31, 2008
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Latin Jazz
Live South American Band "Arena" from 10:00 to late, the new band created an unique fusion of R&B and Latin Jazz percussion groove. Guest DJ will play R&B after band till early in the next morning.
Mural TEL (8621) 6433 5023

Chillout Lounge at LaBella
DJ Missle Myles will bring us the very best in chill, downtempo and funky beats and Labella has its signature drinks with buy one get one Cosmopolitans for Ladies. Come and re-connect with you, yourself, your friends and your extended family.
Labella Cafe+Lounge TEL (8621) 6433 6381

Antidote 2008 1st
Free entry, RMB10 drinks. Music: Glitch Fidget Funk, Mad Midget Crunk, Hyper Ghetto Junk, Blog Spunk. Dress: Like a virgin.
C's Bar TEL (8621) 6294 0547

Global Hot-Pot
Global Hot-Pot brings music from around the world and throws them all together to form an evening of eclectic sounds. Each month guest DJs will choose a theme for their set, as well as jamming with musicians from around the globe.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400

Friday, February 1, 2008
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Alfredo
Alfredo and his sets are the stuff of legend and MOS is proud to bring him to Attica Shanghai. Alfredo, The Father of the Balearic Beat helped launched legendary club Amnesia to become an iconic mark-club in the history of house music. His music made Amnesia the destination on everyone's map as word spread amongst the hoi polloi of the music and entertainment industry. Attica TEL (8621) 6373 3588

Player's Ball
Racks have arrived in Shanghai. Every Friday night, the Red Lion Squad will let you know our trademark style. Special live show and special guests every week.
Racks TEL (8621) 6384 2718

All Night Long
Tipped by DJ Magazines as "one of the fastest rising DJ's on the international scene", Marc Vedo is a DJ whose soaring career sees him performing regularly for the biggest names in dance music. Once dubbed by Mixmag as 'the next Sasha' for his impeccable mixing technique and pin-up like image, Marc Vedo has gone on to forge a successful career as not only a DJ, but also promoter, radio presenter and most recently producer.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299

Drink Till You Drop
Live flamenco music by Carmona Brothers and all-you-can drink open bar special. RMB80 per person (including BBQ) from 7:00pm until 10:00pm. RMB100 per person after 10:00pm.
Air Bar TEL (8621) 5239 5409

Saturday, February 2, 2008
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Circle Korea Featuring Frankie Shin
A resident at renowned Korean club Circle, Frankie Shin's mix of house, techno and trance keep Taiwan's punters dancing till the break of dawn. Though Frankie's sound leans towards tech and deep house currently, his sets will never be constricted to one genre. This unselfish style has influenced deejays throughout Seoul and has mushroomed into a common vibe amongst Seoul's party elite and everyone that listens to dance music.
Attica TEL (8621) 6373 3588

Special Lunar New Year Party Week Beatzdown
Slammin' hip hop beats, hot babes and the new RMB200,000 Beach Honey 2008 Contest are what it's 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. Join PQ and Shout Dogg and guest resident DJs! It's a 2-room, openbar madhouse with Hip Hop in the main room and electro in the back.
Bon Bon Club TEL (86) 1332 1939 299

VOID present Jason Hodges
Following their successful mission at The Shelter opening party in December, VOID is back and will bring Canadian house DJ and producer Jason Hodges to the same venue on February 2, for the first time in China.
The Shelter TEL (8621) 6437 0400

Choco Chic China
Moonsha will be bringing you a Brazilian night with live band Choco Chic China, bringing you some traditional Brazilian sounds.
Moonsha Teppanyaki TEL (8621) 6321 3568

Sunday, February 3, 2008
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Acting Up!
Starts at 8:00pm. Cover: RMB80 (including first drink). You also can enjoy a full 3-course meal with 2 drinks for RMB200.
Cotton's TEL (8621) 6433 7995

Sunday Brunch At Yu Garden Cafe
Now pamper yourself with our sumptuous Sunday Brunch from the first day of 2008. Indulge in an array of beluga Caviar, Seafood, Foie gras and more... along with free flow of Piper-heidsieck, Champagne, Cocktail, New World Wine, Beer and soft drinks, plus special gift from Yu Gourmet.
Yu Garden Cafe TEL (8621) 2321 8888

R & B Live
Upstairs brings you live R & B music with resident DJ Alan Bautista and DJ Hack accompanying "Cross Culture" who will bring you the sounds of R & B and Hip-Hop live on stage.
Upstairs at Park 97 TEL (8621) 5383 2328

Upcoming Events

La Ronde
The chamber orchestra from Stockholm, Sweden, brings their impressive melodies to the Shanghai stage. As a rising star on the Swedish music scene, they perform regularly in German, France, Spain and Italy.
February 11, 2008 Shanghai Oriental Art Center TEL (8621) 6854 1234

The New York Philharmonic Concert
Founded in 1842 by a group of local musicians led by American-born Ureli Corelli Hill, the New York Philharmonic is by far the oldest symphony orchestra in the United States, and one of the oldest in the world. For the Shanghai concerts, they will perform Beethoven's "Coriolan Overture," Mendelssohn's "Symphony No. 4, Italian," Tchaikovsky's "Symphony No. 6, Pathetique," Mozart's "Horn Concerto No. 2" and Brahms' "Symphony No. 4".
February 20-21, 2008 Shanghai Grand Theater TEL (8621) 6386 8686

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