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

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

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

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

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

Disney to open largest ever store in Shanghai next week!

Disney fans unite! This could be the news that will keep you going while Shanghai Disney World is under construction.

By Urban Family, May 13, 2015 11:22

Shanghai's Best Mother's Day Activities 2015

We've rounded up the best of the city's activities: brunches, markets, cocktails, dinner and spa treats galore.

By Urban Family, May 07, 2015 14:27

Mom Blogger: Saying Goodbye

It’s that season again. The season when some of us are creating our packing lists for heading home for the summer and others are packing up for good.

By Urban Family, May 06, 2015 09:52

RECIPE: Blueberry Roll Cake - Treat your Mom this Mother's Day!

Every mom has a sweet tooth, so is there a better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than by whipping up a little indulgence?

By Urban Family, Apr 29, 2015 10:00

Mom Blogger: The Awkward Greeting

How do you greet new friends in the expat world? As Nicole Chia finds out, it can be a minefield...

By Urban Family, Apr 29, 2015 09:50

Sanya Marriott Yalong Bay Resort & Spa

Looking for a tropical vacation in China? This place has you covered...

By Urban Family, Apr 28, 2015 10:03

Pistacchio Spring Market this weekend!

To celebrate their second birthday, Pistacchio Ristorante & Bar will be hosting a little Spring market this weekend on April 11-12

By Urban Family, Apr 09, 2015 15:19

Mom Blogger: The Saving Grace of Indoor Playgrounds

Nicole Chia on her challenges as a newcomer in Shanghai

By Urban Family, Mar 31, 2015 10:19

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

March Marketplace at Hunter Gatherer this weekend!

Healthy eating emporium Hunter Gatherer is kicking off Spring in style with a special March Marketplace this March 27 and 28.

By Urban Family, Mar 23, 2015 10:02

Asia Wellness Summit in Shanghai, March 28

Sprout Lifestyle and Pivot Marketing are hosting a wellness summit to get us all on a healtheir track for 2015.

By Urban Family, Mar 23, 2015 09:59

WIN! Take part in Little Chef Lobster Risotto Kids Cooking Class!

Do your kids have a bit of flair in the kitchen?

By Urban Family, Mar 19, 2015 16:59

Mom Blogger: Public Tantrum Panic

Nicole Chia on the Horror of being the Center of Attention

By Urban Family, Mar 13, 2015 17:54

Canadian Lobster or Blueberries from Chile? Get it Online!

Online Food Retail Increases in China

By Urban Family, Mar 02, 2015 16:50

Outstanding Math Results at SCIS Pudong

Students score high at international contests

By Urban Family, Feb 28, 2015 10:00

Weekly updates to your email inbox every Tuesday