Dragon Mama: Mommy Style

Learning about your 'parenting' style.

By Shirani Alfreds, Sep 26, 2016 17:04

Life on Mars: Realistic Fiction for Pre-Teens

Kendra Perkins, Head Librarian at YK Pao Secondary School, reviews fiction book Life on Mars.

By Kendra Perkins, May 31, 2016 15:54

Where to Celebrate Easter with the Family in Shanghai

We've hunted and gathered events around town for you to celebrate Easter 2016.

By Urban Family, Mar 24, 2016 12:18

Where to Find Halloween Costumes in Shanghai

Here is your Halloween costume guide!

By Urban Family, Oct 21, 2015 10:50

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

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

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

Once Upon a time in Shanghai

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

By Urban Family, May 21, 2015 10:59

Summer Festival at BISS Pudong, Saturday May 30

BISS Pudong’s Summer Festival kicks of on Saturday May 30 with fun games and activities for children of all ages.

By Urban Family, May 15, 2015 17:00

Spring Fling Fair

Britannica Event March 27

By Urban Family, Mar 24, 2015 16:52

The Many Faces of Nazi Germany talk at BIS, Wednesday 25 March.

Historian, writer and Cambridge University Lecturer Dr. Hester Vaizey will be visiting The British International School in Puxi on Wednesday the 25th and Thursday the 26th of March

By Urban Family, Mar 24, 2015 12:05

Wellington College Arts Festival

Upcoming Events

By Urban Family, Mar 06, 2015 11:03

Vienna Boys' Choir Perform in Shanghai!

The world-famous Vienna Boys' Choir is here to serenade you in Shanghai!

By Urban Family, Sep 10, 2014 14:43

Kiddies Summer Wet Party Part 2 at Paulaner!

Paulaner Shanghai's flagship outlet on Fenyang Road will host part two of it's Kiddies’ Summer Wet Party this weekend as a refreshing way to kick off the new school year!

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 11:30

5 of the Best Specialty Museums in Shanghai

The dog days of summer are here. While most people are away on holidays, there’s still plenty to discover during before school starts.

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 10:30

Splish, Splash! Cool Pools around Shanghai

Are you ready for some fun in the sun? We have your guide to the city’s best pools. Get your beach bags ready

By Urban Family, Jun 24, 2014 15:00

BISS Head of Music on Tour with Anuna

“It’s like a surrealistic dream come true… kind of like a guitar player getting into The Beatles!” That’s how Russell Seaton, British International School Shanghai (BISS) Pudong’s Head of Music, describes embarking on the China tour with world-renowned Ce

By Urban Family, Jun 20, 2014 16:09

Day Trip: Thames Town, Sonjiang

The Urban Family guide to Thames Town

By Urban Family, Jun 19, 2014 17:00

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

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