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Grand Opening of EIC Yangpu Campus

With already 4 campuses at People Square, Xujiahui, Gubei and Pudong in Shanghai, EIC Group is happy to announce a new campus opening on May 29, 2015 in Yangpu District.

By Urban Family, Jun 05, 2015 10:33

Once Upon a Mattress: A Fairy Tale Ending

Being a part of Concordia’s 2015 spring musical, Once Upon A Mattress, was absolutely magical—and not just because it’s a fairy tale. As a cast member, it’s amazing how quickly the five months of rehearsal whirl by.

By Urban Family, Jun 04, 2015 10:44

Mom Blogger: How to Survive the Rainy Season

I will admit, of all the seasons in Shanghai rainy season is my least favorite. I have this thing about being damp. Even if it’s hot outside, if I’m damp, I’m miserable.

By Urban Family, Jun 03, 2015 13:22

AKSIL Big Success in Youth Soccer

Top-level soccer players from several AKSIL Teams (Active Kidz Shanghai International League) were highly successful this past weekend (23-24 May) at the Novozymes Cup 2015 Tournament hosted by Sports Beijing.

By Urban Family, Jun 02, 2015 11:09

Petit Bateau Opening at the Kerry Centre

On Saturday May 30, French clothing brand Petit Bateau held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of their new flagship store at Jing An Kerry Centre.

By Urban Family, Jun 01, 2015 12:35

20 organizing hacks for every parent

We all know kids tend to make a mess within five minutes from stepping into a room. There is no need to worry too much about it; a warm and inviting home doesn’t have to be perfect, but using some simple organizing and time saving tricks will give you som

By Urban Family, May 27, 2015 09:55

Celebrate Children's Day at 10 Corso Como this weekend!

10 Corso Como is celebrating Children's Day with a kid's cooking lab, sign up now!

By Urban Family, May 27, 2015 09:19

Forever Young @ Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel

Everyone still has an inner child and what better way to enjoy your youth and a day with your kids than with the Children’s Day Buffet at the Renaissance Shanghai Pudong Hotel’s Brassiere.

By Urban Family, May 26, 2015 11:13

Mom Blogger: Taking My Fitness to the next Level

When you’re a mom sometimes you forget to do things for yourself. Your days are filled with getting kids dressed, taking kids to school, doing grocery shopping to make sure the kids have enough of whatever they’ve decided to only eat this week, picking up

By Urban Family, May 25, 2015 17:50

Take it Outside!

Summer is here and we should all be outside enjoying the beautiful weather before it gets too hot. Kids need to have some nature experiences and even if you live in Shanghai it is possible to have some outdoorsy fun!

By Urban Family, May 22, 2015 18:03

Wellington College 1 Year!

Shanghai's only school cricket pitch saw over 800 of the Wellington Community celebrating the end of the College's first year last weekend. The Summer Fayre was filled with student- and parent organized games and activities, and a handful of Shanghai's lo

By Urban Family, May 21, 2015 16:04

Once Upon a time in Shanghai

WISS Hosts the ISTA Middle School Festival, February 6 – 8th

By Urban Family, May 21, 2015 10:59

Shanghai Culture Square Kids Fair (May 30-31)

The yearly SHKP Reading Club Shanghai Culture Square Kids Fair is taking place for the third time, this time sponsored by Sung Hong Kai Properties Reading Club. Following the theme “Let’s Play Together!”, the fair takes advantage of Shanghai Culture Squar

By Urban Family, May 19, 2015 17:17

Recipe: Couscous, Chickpea & Baked Beetroot Salad with a Spicy Mustard Dressing

While it’s nice to cook with – and for – the kids, sometimes your adult palate might crave something that little bit more ‘sophisticated’. You know, the sorts of flavor profiles and tastes that most kids will never go near. And while such chances might be

By Urban Family, May 19, 2015 14:35