Family Events of the Week Roundup

Find out what's on this week!

By Urban Family, Jul 01, 2015 17:19

AKSIL Teams Enjoy Huge Success in Shanghai’s SIYSL 2014/15 Soccer League

Teams from AKSIL (Active Kidz Shanghai International League) were hugely successful in the Shanghai International Youth Soccer League (SIYSL) 2014/15, picking up the championship prizes in the Division 1 competition for years U10, U12 and U14. AKSIL team

By Urban Family, Jul 01, 2015 10:27

Dulwich Students Building an Orphanage in Uganda

A team of students and teachers from Dulwich College Shanghai are working alongside Peace and Golden Magezi in Bukinda, Uganda, in order to build, support and run an orphanage that will give 40 kids some hope of love, family and education for the future.

By Urban Family, Jun 29, 2015 13:22

Weekend Event Roundup

Don't miss out on any of the family fun Shanghai offers! Here are our picks for this weekend's events:

By Urban Family, Jun 26, 2015 12:36

What a Show at Wellington College!

Wellington held its first major musical production in the College Theatre on 18th, 19th and 20th June, performing the Tony Award-winning musical, 'Pippin': one young man’s quest to become extraordinary.

By Urban Family, Jun 26, 2015 09:56

Awesome Kids Club + STCC Summer Camp Trial

Awesome Kid's Club and Shanghai Town & Country Community are welcoming families with children aged 3-12 years old interested in Awesome Summer Camp to a guided tour of the facilities including a mini summer camp trial session to gain an insight into a day

By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 10:11

Peppa Pig enters China!

International kid favorite, Peppa Pig, is now hitting China where the show will be broadcasted on CCTV’s children’s channel, CCTV 14.

By Urban Family, Jun 25, 2015 09:53

Performing in Visual Arts – Year 12 Student Spotlight

The IB Visual Arts course provides a great opportunity for students to explore ideas in a broad range of art media. Often perceived as a subject primarily focused on painting and drawing... Sculpture, Video Installation, Printmaking, Animation and Photogr

By Urban Family, Jun 24, 2015 11:00

Rain, Rain and More Rain – Creative Indoor Fun

Rainy day? Stuck with your kids inside your house? Don’t let this stop you from doing something fun! Here are some ideas for a great time indoors!

By Urban Family, Jun 23, 2015 13:00

Recipe: Salpicon Seafood Salad

A few weeks ago, Urban Family hosted a fun cooking class at Raphael's at Shanghai Renaissance Yangtze Hotel.

By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2015 15:48

Father’s Day Roundup

Dad’s special day is this Sunday and we know where to take him! Here are some of the best celebrations in town:

By Urban Family, Jun 17, 2015 17:15

Thank You Dad for Everything!

Give your dad the best Father’s Day present by taking him to the Golden Sunday brunch at the InterContinental Hotel.

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2015 12:28

Mom Blogger: The Thing I look Forward To Most

Summer brings a lot of excitement to Shanghai. Whether you’re leaving for good, have a child who’s graduating school, or getting ready for a summer vacation; this time of year is all about chaotic last minute lunch dates and trips to the fake market (agai

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2015 10:19

Shanghai by Bike - WeeRide

Shanghai is a city best seen by bicycle according to many. Without the crowds of people, careless taxi drivers and traffic congestion, riding a bicycle has many pros.

By Urban Family, Jun 15, 2015 12:21

Father's Day Gifts: DIY Photo Message

Father’s Day is on June 21 and it’s about time to start thinking about gifts. Living in Shanghai, this part can be difficult because more stuff is often the last thing families need!

By Urban Family, Jun 15, 2015 10:26

Behind the Scenes of an Animal Adoption Event with YCIS Student Reiren

Reiren, a Year 12 student at Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS) has recently been using her language skills to help animals and families in Shanghai. Since last October, she has been volunteering at a local Japanese animal organization call

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2015 10:43

June - July Issue Out Now - Download Here!

The June/July issue of Urban Family is out now – paper-and-ink-form citywide, digital pdf-form right here or in your browser here.

By Urban Family, Jun 10, 2015 14:17

Father’s Day at Le Royal Meridien

Dads get their day of celebration in June, and it’s the perfect opportunity to reach out and tell him how much he means to you. Whether he loves fine French cuisine, traditional Italian tastes or Cantonese delicacies, Le Royal Méridien Shanghai can offer

By Urban Family, Jun 10, 2015 10:08

Recipe: Spanish Tomato and Strawberry Gazpacho

A few weeks ago, Urban Family hosted a fun cooking class at Raphael's at Shanghai Renaissance Yangtze Hotel. Here is one of the recipes the ten families got to try out under the direction of chef Alejandro Pico Bellas. This cold tomato and strawberry soup

By Urban Family, Jun 08, 2015 13:09

WIN! Year Membership to New WeBox Gym Valued at RMB8,288

Our win of the week.

By Justine Lopez, Jun 08, 2015 12:06

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