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
Fete de la Musique
Shanghai's going to be in a musical mood when this worldwide celebration of music returns to the city for the fifth straight year. Expect plenty of free concerts and music performances, from Pudong to Songjiang, from large outdoor public spaces to intimat
By Urban Family, Jun 18, 2014 15:37
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 <em>Urban Family </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
Celebrate Dad
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
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
Fruit and Veg: Wash the pesticides away
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
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
Shanghais' best bookstores for kids
Top Picks for the best bookstores Shanghai has to offer
By Urban Family, May 13, 2014 15:00
New IB Career-Related Program at SSIS
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
Students hacked into college website to help classmates skip PE
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
Trains, Planes and Automobiles - Getting from A to B
The Urban Family run down on getting from A to B in Shanghai
By Urban Family, Apr 18, 2014 15:00
5 easy steps for healthier air and water
Don't let the sometimes shocking news about China's air and water quality to scare you away. Follow these simple solutions to ensure your family's safety.
By Urban Family, Apr 18, 2014 14:00
Hiring Help: Ayis and Drivers to the Rescue
Our tips for getting the best help in Shanghai
By Urban Family, Apr 01, 2014 09:20
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