East West Theatre's The Learned Ladies

Shanghai’s original English-language company, East West Theatre, returns to the stage this week. David Johansson (Almost, Maine) directs an adaptation of Moliere’s The Learned Ladies from June 18 to 23 at The Pearl. An outrageous farce, it follows young H

By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 13:15

Green City Mini World Cup

Shanghai's Mini World Cup hosted by Green City and Urbanatomy Media kicked off over the weekend, June 14-15 in Jinqiao. The teams played through the heat while the kids had fun in the bouncy castles. A big thank you to all of the sponsors.

By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 12:43

Best in Show 2014 Submissions

As part of the&nbsp;<em>Urban Family&nbsp;</em>arts-themed issue, we made an open call for student artwork submissions from the Shanghai international school community for a judged competition. Here is slideshow of a selection of submissions.

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2014 17:31

Best in Show 2014 Winners

As part of the Urban Family arts-themed issue, we made an open call for student artwork submissions from the Shanghai international school community for a judged competition. We were overwhelmed by the response. We received 110 works from seven different

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2014 17:19

Langham Hotel 'Angels' Eyes' Painting Competition

On, Friday, June 13, students and teachers from the Luwan Special Needs Education School gathered at the Shanghai Langham Hotel at Xintiandi to participate in the official Angels’ Eyes painting competition. Fifteen students from this award-winning school

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2014 13:52

Touring 'panda' exhibition to highlight environmental protection

One hundred pandas made from bamboo were put on display at Shanghai's Jing'an Kerry Centre on Monday to raise public awareness of environmental protection.

By Urban Family, Jun 04, 2014 18:35

Just For Fun: How Local Are You?

Questions to test just how much influence China has had on you.

By Urban Family, May 28, 2014 15:46

Fit Families: Where to break a sweat in the city

Don't let the fast pace of Shanghai slow down your fitness. Stay in tip-top shape, whichever way you- and your kids prefer. Check out our favorite Shanghai sporty spots.

By Urban Family, May 20, 2014 15:00

Stretch and Connect With Family Yoga

Whether you are an experienced yogi or have never done a downward dog, a family yoga practice can help parents and children unwind and connect.

By Urban Family, May 14, 2014 12:50

Can TCM Cure Childhood Asthma?

Asthma comes in different forms and levels. While Western medicine merely controls attacks, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can cure the root of the asthma. Even in the most severe cases, a reduction in symptoms can usually be achieved.

By Urban Family, May 14, 2014 12:30

Brushing Up With Fluoride

Fluoride is an essential part of children’s dental health, helping to make your kids’ teeth stronger, which prevents decay. Nothing makes a parent prouder than hearing their child come from the dentist’s office flashing their pearly whites declaring, “No

By Urban Family, Apr 17, 2014 10:50

Walk This Way: Family-Friendly Tours

Bogged down by the daily grind, it is all too easy to take the same old sights every day for granted. A walking tour provides a great way to discover or rediscover parts of the city that might otherwise be forgotten.

By Urban Family, Apr 15, 2014 14:50

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