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
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
Don't forget this Sunday, June 15 is Father's Day. To celebrate, we've compiled a list of all the ways you can treat Dad on his special day in Shanghai.
By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2014 17:05
The restaurant may have a new name, but it’s still the same great taste. Shanghai’s well-loved Pizza Marzano restaurant is now known as Pizza Express like its counterpart in the UK. The name change still brings with it an abundance of tasty dishes that ev
By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2014 16:05
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
Questions to test just how much influence China has had on you.
By Urban Family, May 28, 2014 15:46
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
Food safety is one of the top concerns of parents in Shanghai. One way to take control of food safety is learning how to properly wash your fruits and vegetables.
By Urban Family, May 20, 2014 14:00
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
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
Top Picks for the best bookstores Shanghai has to offer
By Urban Family, May 13, 2014 15:00
The Shanghai Singapore International School (SSIS) just received its candidacy status for the new International Baccalaureate Career-related Certificate (IBCC). It is the first school in China to offer this new program for grades 11 and 12.
By Urban Family, May 12, 2014 19:00
Two college students have been arrested after allegedly being paid by classmates to hack into the school's website to alter morning run records, Shanghai Daily reports.
By Urban Family, May 09, 2014 13:00
The Urban Family run down on getting from A to B in Shanghai
By Urban Family, Apr 18, 2014 15:00
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
Our tips for getting the best help in Shanghai
By Urban Family, Apr 01, 2014 09:20