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Shanghai's Most Reliable Weekly Expat Listings For 8 Years!
 Xianzai Shanghai
Volume 10, issue 15 - April 10, 2006
Click a section in the Table of Contents below to get great information
  Extra Extra   Weekly Quiz   Ni Zai Na Li?   Weather Forecast
  China News   China Classifieds   Funny Pics   Antique Furniture
  Adopt a Pet   Dining Out   Hotel Deals   Travel Information
  Education   Health and Fitness   Relocations   Jobs
  Services   Biz Exhibitions & Art Exhibits   Theatre & Performances   Weekly Calendar
  Upcoming Events   Community
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Extra, Extra!

Stand-up Comedy Rocks Shanghai with ChopSchticks Presented by The Comedy Tour!
Big Laugs are back in the 'Hai with ChopSchticks presented by the Comedy Tour on Thu/Fri April 13th/14th at 8:00pm at the Third Degree Music Lounge at 3 on the Bund. This month we have a really funny married couple performing stand-up. The show features Kerri Louise Cotter www.kerrilouise.com who's been on NBC's Last Comic Standing and Tom Cotter www.tomcotter.com who's been on Jay Leno and in the HBO Comedy Festival. Tickets are 250RMB at the door and 220RMB in advance up to April 11th. To get tickets now: Call Sherpas hotline at 6209 6209 or email Shanghai@TheComedyTour.com. More info on http://www.ChopSchticks.com

Weekly Quiz

Are you smart enough?
Search through this week's email newsletter for answers to the following questions. Then submit your information before Wednesday at noon (Beijing time) to be eligible to win great prizes.
This week's prize is a China guidebook!

1. What kind of Music does the band "Sonic Bastard" feature?
2. There will be a new bar to be launched this weekend, what is its name?
3. Chivas Music Party invites which DJ this time?

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YPHHWhere Are You?!
Each month, YPHH organizes Happy Networking Events at bars and restaurants in Shanghai. Visit www.yphh.com for more info and check back each week to see if you are pictured here!

If You Are Above, You Have Just Won:
A China guidebook!
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Weather Forecast
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Highs 22 21 12 13 18 17 18
Lows 11 11 9 9 9 11 12
China News
SinoLinx.com China NewsThe Week in Review from SinoLinx.com
ChinaPulse.com China Classifieds
Post your China classifieds at ChinaPulse.com Classifieds. Visit us at http://www.chinapulse.com/classifieds

Here are some classifieds from last week:

Data Entry Jobs Online

Pretty Guide And Companion

Private Mandarin Tutor (Focused On Chinese Culture)

Shanghai Apartments

Office Space From Grade A To Warehouse

Funny Pics
These are real pictures taken by real China travelers!

Thanks to Phil Kennedy or the pic:

Send in your favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to sendfunnypics@xianzai.com with the subject "Xianzai Shanghai Funny Pics!". We'll post the best pics here each week!

Antique Furniture

Each week we highlight a new and interesting piece of antique Chinese furniture!

Multi-drawer cabinets date back centuries, and were originally used to catalog artifacts such as seashells and dry flowers. These mahogany cabinets appear to be perfect for your living room where can be very useful for sto CDs or maybe it will look even better in the kitchen for keeping different spices and herbs.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.antique-chinese-furniture.com/

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

Upgrade Your Trip at Crowne Plaza Beijing
With its contemporary designed rooms, the new renovated Crowne Plaza Beijing directly located on Wangfujing Avenue, offering easy access to International business centers, vibrant shopping venues and an array of historical landmarks. Add only RMB 400 to upgrade to Executive Floor, enjoy the benefits of complimentary buffet breakfast, free Broadband Internet access & local calls, happy cocktail hour, late check out and many others. For reservation, dial China Toll Free Number 800 830 4088 or e-mail: reservation@crowneplazabj.com

Satisfy your Senses... with a Spa Getaway at Sheraton Sanya Resort!
The perfect getaway in a Resort that has it all... all here, at Sheraton Sanya Resort. Start the day right with a daily buffet breakfast at our open air Lotus Cafe restaurant; cherish the essential elements of life and relax in the Mandara Spa... Rates starting from Deluxe Sea View Room RMB2100/room/night. Please visit www.sheraton.com/sanya and view Special Offers for reservation. For Full information please visit www.sheratonsanya.com or click here or Phone (86) (898) 8855 8236 or Toll-Free on 800 810 3088 or Email: sanya.res@sheraton.com

Surprise in Easter, don't miss Holiday Inn Resort!
Deluxe Ocean Suite for only RMB 1050/night, weekend RMB 1150/night: Offer one extra bed free | Free using Kids Club for 2 hour | Offer welcome young coconut drink | One Holiday Inn T-shirt | Round way airport transportation by RMB 180. Valid Date: From 13 Apr to 17 Apr, 2006. Please call 86-898 8856 5666-7103 for detail; China Toll Free Reservation No. 800 830 6368; China Toll Free Reservation No. For Mobile 400 884 0888; E-mail: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com

"May Blossom" - A holiday Special at the Kempinski Hotel Beijing Lufthansa Center from RMB828 Per Room Per Night
This special rate includes 2 daily buffet breakfasts; Child under 12 years stays free of charge with parents and breakfast at kid's price; Free use of our roof top swimming pool overlooking the city; Access to both our Pulse Health Club; Within walking distance to shopping malls, eateries and tourist sites. Valid from: 28th April to 7th May 2006. Rate is subject to availability and 15% surcharge. For reservations: Tel: (8610) 6465 3388; Fax: (8610) 6462 2204; Email: reservations.khblc@kempinski.com; Web site: www.kempinski-beijing.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

Dining Out

Kaiseki Sets at Nadaman
Nadaman offers guests a taste of the finest in Japanese culinary art, served in a contemporary Japanese setting. The traditional Japanese Kaiseki-ryouri is Nadaman's signature set menu, and reflects the best of seasonal produce and fresh ingredients, artistically presented, both in food content as well in the choice of unique table top designs. You can now savour this unique cuisine at a great price of RMB 630++ per set. Level 2, Tower 2, Pudong Shangri-La, 33 Fu Cheng Lu. Pudong. For reservations, please contact (8621) 6882 8888 ext 260.

Taste the New China at Our Newly Opened Shanghai V
A new, innovative, multi-themed restaurant concept that entices diners throught a world of Chinese flavors. Trendy Shanghai Nouveau carries local inspiration while culinary artistry refines Cantonese Creations. Dim Sum and noddle are simple fun for the tongue, while our Sushi counter delivers savory nourishment for body and soul. Nine elegant private rooms available for special occasions. Open for lunch and dinner. No service charge, and receive an RMB 20 voucher for every RMB 200 you spend. Valid till 28 April, 2006. Shanghai V, 3/F, The Regent Shanghai,1116 Yan An Xi Road. For reservation: (8621) 6115 9988 ext. 8260.

Easter Play at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai
JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai has sensational brunches on offer on Easter Sunday (April 16). The 360 Degree Bubbly Sunday brunch at Marriott Cafe (38F) is available at RMB418* per adult with free flow of Champagne. JW's California Grill (40F) Sunday brunch is available at RMB458* with free flow of Moet & Chandon Rose, Californian Wines, Martinis and more. Children can join the exciting Easter Egg painting exercise and Easter Egg Hunt from 1:00 pm on the 5th floor, JW's 8 Foyer. From April 10 to 16, Executive Pastry Chef Manfred prepares special Easter goodies, prices range from RMB20 to RMB250 net. For reservations call (8621) 5359 4969.


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Travel Information

American Airlines is now flying direct from Shanghai to Chicago
American Airlines is proud to announce that we are now flying daily nonstop from Shanghai Pudong to Chicago O'Hare. This brings a lot of excitement since this will be American's first nonstop between China and America. From Shanghai, you will enjoy the flight on board our 777s, the largest and most comfortable aircraft in our fleet. Once in Chicago, American Airlines, together with American Eagle, offers easy connections to more than 100 destinations throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. If you are not a member of the AAdvantage program, you can register at www.aa.com/aadvantage. For reservations, please contact your travel agent or call American at (8621) 6375 8686.

Liuxijing River Floating Festival
Spring has come, and it is time for the annual floating festival season of Liuxijiang River. Liuxijiang River, located in the Lin'an area of Hangzhou, is renowned as "the most beautiful women's river"--every year there are thousands of people who come here to join the floating festival. Rafting on the the river, you will see those amazing views by the two sides of the river. The festival will last until May 28, so if you are interested in it, you can contact us and we'll offer you detailed information about it. Liuxijiang Scenic Spot, TEL (86571) 6373 4488 / 6361 2128.



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Education

Rutgers International EMBA Program
Reach your career goals with Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The 14-month American Executive MBA program takes place entirely in Shanghai, and is still enrolling for Summer 2006 Startup - APPLY NOW! All courses and accreditation standards are identical to our EMBA programs in the US, and all courses are taught by Rutgers US Professors. Schedule a Personal Meeting to learn how Rutgers can assist you in your professional development! Please call us at 021-6217-6067/8711 or email emba_sh@rutgers.cn. To learn more about Rutgers EMBA programs in China, visit http://business.rutgers.edu/iemba or www.rutgers.cn

Health & Fitness

Dragonfly promotions
Dragonfly Hongmei Promotion - Any customer presenting receipt(s) totalling more than RMB 450 from our Hongmei shop may enjoy a RMB 50 discount off your purchase at any other shop. tel: (8621) 6242 4328. Dragonfly Changyi, Lianyang and Jing An continue their Early Bird special this month - anyone completing their massage services before 5:00 pm will enjoy a 50% discount on their total massage bill (cash or credit only). Dragonfly Changyi: (8621) 5878 4755 Dragonfly Liangyang: (8621) 5833 7549 Dragonfly Jingan: (8621) 6327 1193. For more information please visit our website: www.dragonfly.net.cn

Anli Fitness

We offer fitness treatments which base on Chinese Medicine and modern technology. No need bant, no pain, no side effect, we'll help you to lose your weight easily. Whole body treatment: RMB680/10 times, Partial treatment: 380rmb/10 times, Facial treatment: RMB680/10 times. Anli Fitness Service, Address: Room 1201, Site B, 1398 Lujiabang Road, TEL (8621) 6312 6266

Daniel Training Club
Hot Fitness is a registered China company providing whole body conditioning and training in the Hong Qiao area. The Daniel Training Program is a blend of Western philosophy and Eastern techniques. The program is comprehensive for your body (not only strength and endurance, also core, flexibility, balance and coordination) and mind (concentration, relaxation and control). The program has been refined for over 15 years and is uniquely effective and motivating. More details, pls visit: www.danieltrainingpro.com, or dial (8621) 6272 3186


 

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Relocations

Shanghai Xishun Moving Service
As one of the earliest moving services company, Xishun Moving Service already has a 9-year history. At present, we have more than 30 trucks of different types. We offer different service for different kinds of moving, including packing, box rent, remove furniture and so on. We promise for on time service, 50rmb compensation for every one hour delay, and clients can pay after the service. Hot Line: (8621) 6639 7515


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Jobs

Australian Embassy Beijing: Job Vacancy - Visa Officer, LE 6 (Expatriate)
The Australian Embassy, Beijing is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified person to fill the above position. Detailed information is available on www.austemb.org.cn or call the Human Resources Section at the Australian Embassy on (8610) 5140 4396.

Services

Computer Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn. Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn

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

Maincar Rental & Service
We are featuring offer car rental service for overseas guests, including guests from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and those domestic and foreign companies and corporations. We have various kinds of cars in different classes, in order to satisfy different customers. We used the advanced management from overseas, and combined it with China's market, so that we can guarantee to offer professional service to all of our customers. Contract us, pls dial (8621) 6566 6316 / 6522 6317 during the day time.

New Cleaning Age
Shanghai Jie Yun Lai Cleaning is a professional cleaning company to offer different kinds of cleaning service, including sweeping over the rubbish after construction and decoration, cleaning carpet and outside of buildings, protecting the wooden floor and furniture. We have advanced cleaning machines and equipments to make the cleaning procedure be more modern and rapid. What we will do is bring the cleaning work into a new age. Jie Yun Lai will be the best choice for your clean life, need service pls dial (8621) 5435 4194

Yuanyuan Wedding Service
Marriage is a big event in your life, but usually the wedding makes the new couple feel very tired. Now, no need take your time and idea on it, but only get a good memory for it, Yuanyuan Wedding service will help you to arrange all the details. We are featuring to outstand the individuality of the new couple, to make your wedding be unique. Also, we can help to reserve your honey month after the wedding. If you are preparing your wedding, pls contact us at (8621) 6438 5445
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Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

12+4 Contemporary Experimental Image Screening
April 15, 4F, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 6587 2530

Denise Sabourin France Solo Show
April 15-22, The Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256

Beyond the Vision, China National Geographic Photo Exhibition
"Beyond the Vision, China National Geographic Photo Exhibition" has been a huge success in Beijing, Guangzhou, and other total seven cities in China, with more than 300,000 viewers. People, nature and harmony are the theme of "Beyond the Vision".
April 15 - May 7, Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL (8621) 6587 2530

Sylvie Coevoet - Solo Exhibition
French painter Sylvie Coevoet, who has lived in Asia for many years, like to add Asian elements to her paintings. She makes the shading looks like it has crumbled away with time, giving the works a semi-abstract, and distinctly attractive worn-out-looking quality.
April 6 - May 16, Art Scene China TEL (8621) 6437 0631

Power—Ju Huiqing's Oil Solo Show
April 6-14, The Room With a View TEL (8621) 6352 0256

Right Here and Ain't Here
Photographs by Chin-San Long and Hong Le