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 Travel
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Roundtrip to Chicago from
RMB6,280* by United
Fly Shanghai's only direct nonstop flight
to Chicago from November 1, 2004. From 1st until
30th November 2004, you can fly roundtrip to Chicago
from just RMB6,280*. Plus you'll receive a discount
booklet that you can use at hotels, museums and
participating retail stores. That's not all, Mileage
Plus members will also earn 15,000 bonus miles
if they travel on First Class, 10,000 on Business
Class, and either 5,000 or 2,500 on Economy on
select fares. Registration is required at www.united.com/offer/mpde94.
So book now and enjoy Chicago more with United.
For reservations or more information, call your
travel agent, United on (021)3311-4567. *Terms
and Conditions apply.
 Cebu
Shangri-la Swingaround package returns!
Shangri-la's Mactan Island Resort, Philippines'
largest and the most exclusive deluxe resort,
gives its guest the ultimate tropical paradise
vacation experince. This idyllic resort with its
beautiful private beach offers an exciting range
of recreation activities and superb cuisine. Book
youself to the super value package tours to Cebu
through Philippine Airlines. Prices start at CNY3300.
For details visit www.philippineairlines.com,
or contact our Shanghai office, TEL (021)6279
8765 FAX (021)6279 8762.
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New Business Experience
The Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai is an
international 4-star hotel located in the city
Center, next to Shanghai's main Railway Station,
subway and north-south highway, just 20-minutes
drive from Hongqiao Airport and 40-minutes from
Pudong Int'l Airport. Our new deluxe business
rooms offer a new level of comfort. Introductory
rate RMB 700 (with up to 2 complimentary breakfasts)
plus 15% surcharge. Prior reservation required.
Tel: (86-21) 63538008 Toll-Free No: 8008306368
/ E-mail: hidtsha@public8.sta.net.cn
www.ichotelsgroup.com
 The
Landmark Hotel Shenzhen
Executive Deal; RMB799 net; Valid till
December 31, 2004. Benefits include: One night
accommodation in an Executive Superior Room |
Complimentary Executive Breakfast in Cathay Lounge
| Free cup of coffee/Tea/Soft Drinks from 10:30-23:00
| Free use of Internet Service in Room | Pre-registration
| Complimentary Fruit Plate | Guaranteed Reservation
(48 hours) | Free Pressing (One piece of Suit
per room) | Daily Newspaper (Chinese or English)
| No Service Charge for Incoming Fax | Extend
Check-out time till 4:00pm (subject to availability).
For reservations or enquiries, please call our
Hong Kong office at (852) 2375 6580 or contact
the Hotel's reservation Department at (86 755)
8219 0033 or fax to (86 755) 8219 1119.
 Sunny
Winter Package - RMB 606++
Refreshing delights await amidst the green
winter in Yalong Bay. Imagine yourself enthralled.
Imagine yourself in Holiday Inn Yalong Bay. Sunny
Winter Package - RMB 606++, Package Rate including:
Free airport pick up(One Way); 2 American Buffet
Breakfast; Free Laundry of one piece daily; Priority
Club Enrollment,earn points for PC Benefits; Free
use of GYM and swim pool. *Terms: Subject to 15%
service charge and RMB 11 government tax per person
per night. Valid Date : 22 Oct, to 30 Dec 2004
(Except from the period of Miss World 12.2-5 and
Christmas 12.24-25). Minimum stay of two nights.
Call for details : 0898 - 88565666 - 7242. China
Toll-Free Reservation Number: 800 830 6368 or
mailto: hotel@holiday-inn-sanya.com
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Health
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Dragonfly was created to be an oasis of
peace and tranquility, a city retreat of unashamed
luxury, whispering of the supreme reign of serenity.
Tucked away in the heart of downtown, these contemporary
Asian retreats are well equipped to deliver the
highest quality Asian massage therapies available
in China. Here is an environment in which you
can relax, reflect, rejuvenate in pure pleasure.
20 Donghu Rd Tel:54050008 / 206 Xinle Rd, Tel:
(8621) 5403 9982 / 1515 Nanjing W. Rd, Tel: (8621)
6279 4625. www.dragonfly.net.cn
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| Account Supervisor,
Corporate Communications - Beijing, China
Fleishman Hillard, a leading global communications
consultancy, with 11 fast-growing offices in Asia
Pacific is seeking an Account Supervisor, Corporate
Communications, Beijing, China. To meet increasing
client activity, this newly created position offers
a talented corporate communications specialist
an opportunity to join a growing practice. If
you are passionate about a creatively charged
environment focused on innovation, superior client
service and meaningful results, FH may be your
ideal career move. With over 80 offices worldwide,
Fleishman-Hillard consistently ranks as a world-leading
public relations firm. We are entrusted with the
reputations of many of the best-known brands in
their respective industries, from well-established
Fortune 100 companies to successful Asian-based
enterprises. Learn more about us at www.fleishman.com.
*Requirements: 5 years of PR experience, preferably
in a mulit-national agency environment; corporate
Communications expertise; knowledge of the Asia
Pacific/Chinese business & media environments;
demonstrated strengths in strategic thinking,
team building, and day to day client service;
strong writing skills; bilingual (English and
Mandarin). *Contact: Forward resumes to the Vice
President, Talent Development, Asia Pacific: fhapac@fleishman.com
English Teachers Wanted At
Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz is looking for
enthusiastic teachers of English. Your students
will be from multinational corporations. Part-time
and full-time positions available immediately.
Must be native English speaker and degree holder.
Training in the famous Berlitz method will be
provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn
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Apartment in
Suzhou for rent!
A public relations professional is offering
an apartment in Suzhou for rental. It's a spacious,
newly-remodeled, two-bedroom unit in a local residential
building within walking distance of the new shopping
district, historical sites and the railway station.
A longer-term tenant is preferrred but will also
consider weekend rentals, or visitors seeking
a reasonable alternative to a hotel when visiting
Suzhou. Please contact Cherry at 1360 194 2474
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 Dining
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 Dario's
Table
28 October 2004 at 7.00pm. Share the Italian's
love of La Doice Vita with Prego's Chef Dario
Congera and friends! A glass of Prosecco sets
the mood followed by a specially-created 4 course
menu accompanied with wine and grappa. Top off
the evening with a surprise performance at Niche
Bar by Dario and Bill Wesley! RMB 500+15% service
charge per person. Prego, Level 2. The Westin
Shanghai. Tel: (8621) 6335 1786, Bund Center,
88 Henan Central Road, Shanghai 200002.
 The
New Wine Bar & Grill
JC Mandarin announces the opening of the new Wine
Bar and Grill serving Tapas in the bar with main
restaurant focusing on the use of fresh ingredients
served with a Mediterranean flare. Monday - Saturday.
Lunch 11:30 - 14:00, Dinner 17:30 - 22:00, bar
closes midnight. 1225 Nanjing Xi Lu, TEL (8621)
6279 1888.
Wild West in October & Japanese Kushiyaki
Promotion
Blue Moon Theme Party: Wild West in October
(5:30pm - 2:00am). Enjoy and relax yourself at
the Blue Moon Bar with live music, cool drinks,
our great lucky draw & themed decoration and
more... RMB100+15% per person, free flow of soft
drinks and beer. Kampachi Japanese Restaurant
- Japanese Kushiyaki Promotion ( 1 October - 31
October 2004, 11:30am - 2:00pm, 5:30pm - 10:00pm)
Enjoy our Japanese Kushiyaki Promotion plus complimentary
Sake from RMB38 + 15% to RMB88 + 15% per person.
4F Hotel Equatorial Shanghai, 65 Yanan Road West,
Shanghai 200040. Reservations: (86-21) 62481688,
More info at www.equatorial.com
 Renaissance
Cafe - Sunday Champagne Brunch
Indulge yourself at our NEW BRUNCH! A sumptuous
feast of best Asian and Western treats with lobster
and fresh seafood, sushi and tempura, Vietnamese
spring rolls, grilled meat stations alongside
a rich spread of mouth-watering treats from around
the world. Free flowing bubbly with unlimited
soft drinks and beer. RMB198+15% per adult, RMB99+15%
for children 5-12yrs, Free for children below
5yrs. Every Sunday (12.00 p.m. 3.00 p.m.) Renaissance
Yangtze Shanghai Hotel, 2099 Yan An Xi Road. Phone
Line: 021 - 62750000 ext. 2282. Email: renaissanceyangztze@hotmail.com
 Master
Guest Chef Adam Busby Debut at JW Marriott Hotel
Shanghai
From October 26 to 30, JW's California
Grill (40th floor) welcomes Master Guest Chef,
Adam Busby from the California Wine Institute.
Offering a la carte and three course set menus
together with new vintages at RMB458* per person.
Join his cooking class at the JW’s Culinary
School of Arts, from 10:00am to 12:00 noon on
October 30 at the 5th floor, banquet kitchen.
RMB 298 per person includes a Marriott Cafe lunch
voucher. For reservations call (8621) 5359 4969.
* Plus 15% surcharge.
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Is Your Shanghai Computer Support Partner!
NICS provides Secure E-mail, Website and
Server hosting, Structured Cabling, Network Implementation
and Support Solutions. NICS is an IT Labour Outsourcing
and Project Management firm. For further details
call, Shanghai (021) 6213-1709, Beijing (010)
6568-0876 or e-mail sales@nics.com.cn
or http://www.nics.com.cn
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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
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Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com,
shanghai@lehmanbrown.com,
hongkong@lehmanbrown.com
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Announcements |
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YPHH
Happy Networking
YPHH organizes Happy Networking events
for all people in Beijing & Shanghai. Average
age is 25-45. Every month different events such
as: monthly YPHH Happy Hours, YPHH Champagne Nights,
YPHH Food & Drink Nights, wine/beer/cocktail-tastings,
weekend-outings, day-trips and more. For more
info and subscribes to the mailing list, please
log onto http://www.yphh.com
UNICEF Greetings Cards and
Seasonal Gifts:
This year UNICEF has an exquisite set
of Greeting cards for 2004/2005 CHRISTMAS and
NEW YEAR. Available items: cards, gift tags, calendars,
stationery, desk & pocket diaries, toys, nesting
blocks, puzzles, candles, ties, back packs. For
catalogs and more information, please contact
email: shanghaicards@hotmail.com.
With each UNICEF item you purchase, you are helping
the needy children in the under-developed areas
in China.
Shanghai Swings
Weekly swing dance parties and classes.
Learn American swing dance from the 1930s and
40s. Call Jimbo TEL 13166255905
Ice-Hockey Club Shanghai
No icerink yet in Shanghai, as far as we know.
But we shall be
prepared, sign up now. We will arrange trips to
tournaments in Asia. We will play against the
Beijing expat team soon. Contact: Markus Benz
at icehockeyshanghai@hotmail.com
Kunshan Expatriates Club
(KEC) has a newly formed organization in
KUNSHAN for English speaking Westerners. Our purpose
is to support the English speaking community in
Kunshan w/ info and social events. Newcomers are
welcome!! Email Janie for info: nostil@att.net
Chicago China Connection
(CCC)
An informal social and business networking
group to promote Chicago-China interests. Open
to all who either live in, have some connection
to, or just have an interest in Chicago. For info
contact chinagmf@uninet.com.cn
Shanghai Softball
League
Currently it has ten teams. Plays a spring and
fall season each year, with games on each Sunday.
If you're interested in joining a team or forming
your own, contact Jim nights between 6:30 and
10pm at 6875 7766 or email him at yelsub@online.sh.cn
Australian Graduate Alumni
Club
Calling all Australian Graduates - no discrimination
whether you studied in Australia's, South East
Asia's or China's campuses. All are welcome. Write
to Sonny Khoong at dreamsun2@yahoo.com
A group of basketball fans
playing every thursday night from 7-9, in a newly
built gym. Call David Shen at 13816355670 or email
to davidshen99@canada.com
for more event details.
China Taiping Hash House
Harriers
(Runs once a month outside of Shanghai)
www.taipinghash.com
Nanjing Volleyball
we are seeking players who are interested in joining
together to play on a weekly basis. For more details,
Email: annabel_TXY@hotmail.com
Shanghai Hash House Harriers,
runs every Sunday 3pm in winter, 4pm in summer.
Check the web site shanghaihhh.com for directions
to next hash.
Lifeline Shanghai
- a hotline providing free and confidential emotional
support and information for the expatriate community.
TEL (21)6279 8990.
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Biz
Exhibitions and
Art Exhibits |
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| Shanghai 5th Biennale
Thru Nov 27, Shanghai Art Museum. TEL 6327 2829
Coloring the Light: Windows for a New Century
Renowned Beijing artist Wo Ye and Father Thomas
Lucas of Univ. San Francisco are leading a 5-year
project to restore the 2,000 stained glass windows
of Xujiahui Cathedral. The newly designed windows
incorporate elements of Chinese culture, resulting
in a fascinating and beautiful fusion of Catholic
and Chinese art.
Thru Dec 31, Art Scene at the Westin. TEL 6437
0631
Odyssey(s) 2004-Chinese Artists in France
Thru Nov 9, 11am-11pm, Shanghai Gallery of Art
TEL 6321 5757
Abstract Art of Zhai Haiyue.
Oct 1-28, 10:30am-6:30pm, Avant-garde Gallery
TEL 6290 4725
Shaping
Oil paintings by Guo Wei, Mao Yan Guo Jin and
He Duoling.
thru Oct 27, Yibo Gallery TEL 5888 0111
MiniWorld
Tiny models of European landmarks.
Thru Dec 11, 9am-8pm, Shanghai Youth Amusement
and Culture Center TEL 6353 5988
Antiques Display
Thru Nov 10, Tingtao House in Yuyuan Garden TEL
6386 3395
The Heaven, The World
Photography and video installation by Shi Yong.
Thru Oct 26, Shanghai Art Gallery TEL 6359 3923
Works of Israeli Artist Einat Mao
Thru Oct 27, One Xintiandi TEL 6275 8035
Exhibition of the Rare Creatures in the Yangtze
Delta
Thru March 31, Shanghai Ocean Aquarium TEL 5877
9988
Soccer Photos
Thru Oct 29, Chinese-Germen Institute of Tongji
TEL 6598 0766
Impressionistic Paintings
By Shanghainese Artist Ma Yongchun, free admission
but reservation required.
Thru Oct 31, TYCart Studio TEL 6260 3633
Three Gorges Photo Exhibition of Yan Changjiang
Thru Oct 31, Epsite TEL 5306 7711
Old Shanghai Auto Ads
Thru Oct 31 (close on Sunday), Unique Hill Studio
TEL 7002 1011 1800
Justify Oneself
Works by a group of young Yunnan artists.
Thru Nov 10, Elephant Art Loft TEL 6298 7225
Watercolor Painting
By Shu Yi, the son of the late writer Lao She.
Thru Nov 10 (closed Mondays), Spaceart Centre
TEL 6472 0312
National Electronic Fair
Oct 24-27, Shanghai Everbright Convention &
Exhibition Centre TEL 6475 3288
2004 China Sourcing Fair: Gifts & Home Products
Oct 25-27, Shanghai Mart TEL 6236 6888
Textile Fairs > Intertextile Shanghai Apparel
Fabrics
Oct 27-29, Shanghai New International Centre TEL
2890 6666
Int'l Clock & Watch Fair
Oct 31-Nov 3, Shanghai Everbright Convention &
Exhibition Centre TEL 6475 3288
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Wine
Deals |
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 Closing
down sale
Our original store is closing after 10 years of
serving the expat community and every thing has
too go. All wines 20 to 30% of their original
price. Gas BBQ's also discounted, only a couple
left so be quick. Only at our original store at
196 Guyi Rd (off Wuzhong Rd). Call us at (8621)6464
8665.
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| Theatre
& Performances |
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| Vienna Trio
7:15pm, Oct 25, He Luting Concert Hall TEL 6272
0702
The Wager
A chamber opera that uses atonal music played
on traditional Chinese instruments, Beijing Opera
singing and French rap. Performed by Shanghai
Opera House. 100-380rmb for each ticket.
Oct 25, Shanghai Grand Theatre, TEL 6272 0455
Rhine Symphony Orchestra
Oct 26-27, Majestic Theatre TEL 6217 4409 ext
8063
Ode to Joy
Germany's Philharmonic Orchestra and the Shanghai
Symphony Orchestra perform together works of Beethoven,
Tang Jianping and others.
Oct 28, Shanghai Grand Theatre TEL 6272 0455
S.H.E. Concert
Tickets 100-1680rmb.
Oct 30, Hongkou Football Stadium TEL 6540 0009
Cellist Yoyo Ma
Oct 30, 7:15pm Shanghai Grand Theatre TEL 6372
8701
Les Paladins
Opera co-produced by Theatre Musical Paris Chatelet
features multi-media displays and baroque music.
Oct 31-Nov 1, Shanghai Grand Theatre 6391 6987
Denmark Jazz Quartet, thru Dec 12, House of Blue
and Jazz TEL 6437 5280 |
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| Monday,
October 25, 2004
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Live rock from band Blue Garden
Oct 25, Ark Live House TEL 3307 1010
Film Screening: Untold Scandal (2004) Lee Jae
Yong, based on the same story as Dangerous Liasons
but set in 18th century feudal Korea, a visually
stunning, sumptuously designed and costumed, and
highly erotic drama. Korean w/English subtitles.
8pm, Arch Bar & Cafe TEL 6466 0807
Tuesday,
October 26, 2004
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Red's House Wine Night
100rmb for Red's extensive list of red and white
house wines.
Red TEL 5403 7997
Business Set Lunch
With four different main course, salad or soup
and soft drink for 55rmb, Mon.-Fri., 11:30am-2pm,
CJW in Xintiandi TEL 6385 6677
Wednesday,
October 27, 2004
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Amcham Membership Mixer
RMB 100 entry for members and non-members alike.
6:30-8:30pm.
Big Bamboo TEL 6256 2265
Jam Session
10pm, Tang Hui Pub TEL 6281 5646
Thursday,
October 28, 2004
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Models Dancing
9:30pm, the Long Bar TEL 6279 8268
Mandatory Martini Thursdays
Two martinis for the price of one from the widest
selection in the city.
JW's Lounge inside JW Marriott TEL 5359 4969 ext.
6864
Mi Casa
Latin and salsa house, buy 2 get 1 free from 6-8pm.
Mint TEL 6247 9666
Oriented Happy Hour
7-9pm, Settebello TEL 6289 8898
Boozy Thursday
Draft beer only 10rmb all night long.
Palace TEL 6472 6899
Friday,
October 29, 2004
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Un-Wind Evenings
Laid-back Latin beats from live band, great cocktails,
cigars and friends.
6:30pm, the CUBA inside JC Mandarin Hotel TEL
6279 1888 * 5232
Funky and Crazy
DJ V_Nutz spinning deep soul and reggae.
Mural Bar TEL 6433 5013
Finish Society
Fins get a free shot of Finlandia.
10pm, O'alley TEL 6744 4533
Saturday,
October 30, 2004
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Halloween Ghost Ship Party
A haunted ship sets sail from the Bund with a deckload of howling Shanghai souls. One free
drink and finger foods come with the rmb188 ticket
Double Dragon Boat by the Bund, Mural Bar TEL
6433 5023
Retro Halloween at Archiee
8-10pm, enjoy drinks, great music and an evening
of frightful fun.
Giant View Hotel TEL 2882 6039
S.H.E. Concert
Hongkou Football Stadium TEL 6540 0009
Salsa Dancing Course
Entry 60rmb includes a standard drink.
Silver Moon TEL 6433 1637
Sunday
, October 31, 2004
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Scary Halloween
Haunted house party 9pm-2am 2F lounge. 50rmb cover
charge. Special Halloween drinks at a great deal.
Red TEL 5430 7997
Kids' Halloween
O'alleys TEL 6744 4533
Jing'an Weekend Chamber Concert
Jing'an Hotel TEL 6428 1888
Ladies' Night
Five free shots for the lasses.
Amber 6466 5224
Tapas Brunch
Azul & Viva Restaurant TEL 6433 1172
White House Halloween celebration,
Advance tickets 60 RMB include one glass of hell
blood.
The White House TEL 6278 7813
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| Sainkho Namtchylak / Journey of
Voice
Sainkho Namtchylak combines Tuvan throat singing
(khoomei) with vocal techniques from various traditions
to deliver an eclectic form of world music with
special emphasis on the power of the voice. Nov
6, 8pm at Duolun Museum of Modern Art TEL 6587
2530
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