Ccs! - Community Center Shanghai

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Grow roots in Shanghai New Classes! FREE! REE! Shanghai 123! Spring Bazaars Charity Events & Much More... TOURS CHARITIES CLASSES C O N N E C T | S U P P O R T COUNSELING EVENTS | E N A B L E | A D A P T | T H R I V E A not-for-profit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the international community in Shanghai www.communitycenter.cn www.communitycenter.cn | 41 We thank our 2015 Corporate Partners! Exploring opens our eyes to the world FOUNDING ORGANIZATION SINCE 1998 We love experiencing new cultures FOUNDING HONGQIAO PARTNER SINCE 2009 www.scis-his.org www.concordiashanghai.org FOUNDING MINHANG PARTNER SINCE 2013 Families thrive in our community BUND BUND www.saschina.org www.bmfchina.com Fun-loving family takes on new adventures in China Concordia is community. Cultural richness and diversity of experience foster connections and global citizenship. Our vibrant community grounded in Christian values creates the ideal foundation for the entire family’s success. Embrace community at Concordia. www.parkyard.com PLATINUM MEDICAL GOLD MEDICAL www.parkwayhealth.cn www.unitedfamilyhospitals.com CHARITY Explore more. www.concordiashanghai.org 2 | www.communitycenter.cn www.agifshanghai.com www.communitycenter.cn | 3 About CCS Building Fund The Building Fund Your Name Tier 1 60K, giving you 60% of CCS patrons. Rooms available for naming rights: Multi-function room, The Counseling Center Kitchen, The Lounge Your Name Your Name Your Name The Community Center Shanghai (CCS) is a not-for-profit LLC, which has The Community Center Shanghai officially opened it’s new Pudong Headquarters on August 28th, 2014 and is now located in the heart of Jinqiao. This exciting move could provide a rare opportunity for some companies to become a permanent landmark within an organization that connects internationals working and living in Shanghai. Over three years, naming right opportunities will be given to nine rooms within the Pudong location: Thank You Sponsors! There are many exciting things Tier 2 30K, giving you 40% of CCS patrons. Seven classrooms available for naming rights: Jing An Si (room 1),Tian Zi Fang (room 2), Xin Tian Di (room 3),Yu Yuan (room 4), Chong Ming (room 5),Lu Jia Zui (room 6), Wai Tan (room 7) happening at CCS Tier 3 Friends of CCS, 10K donation for individuals and small companies. and events being Buy-A-Brick 1,000 RMB for each brick. This is an exclusive opportunity for an individual or a family, who would like to put their permanent mark on CCS. over the next few months with a variety of classes offered to help students learn more about their exciting home. For more information on any of our programs, services or classes please visit the CCS website to learn more. www.communitycenter.cn CCS offers several popular events throughout the year. For those who enjoy philanthropic endeavors, there will be the River of Hearts Sorting Party. This party will host hundreds of volunteers who will come together in support of needy migrant communities to sort, prepare, pack and load donations onto trucks for shipping. People who would like to support local expat business, can shop at the CCS Buy a Mile Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest bazaars in Shanghai and a great place to purchase unique gifts before returning home for the summer. 4 | www.communitycenter.cn responded to the needs of the international community in Shanghai for the past 16 years. Since the Center’s inception in 1988 CCS has been a pillar for the expatriate community, offering activities, classes and services to help maximize newcomer potential while living abroad. The Community Center Shanghai operates as an NGO with the financial operation standards adhering to USA NGO standards. The CCS Board consists of 11 individuals who are community leaders, corporate executives and heads of educational institutions who provide guidance and strategic directions for the organization. With this direction and support, CCS is able to offer programming, special events, counseling and charity initiatives to the community. Countless classes and tours are available to suit a variety of diverse interests, centering on foreign languages, cuisine, cultures, hobbies, physical fitness and health. As well, CCS orientation sessions help expatriates acclimate to life in For the Artists in the group, CCS offers Jewelry Making, Chinese Knotting and Oil Painting Classes. Students can express their creative side while designing exquisite jewelry, still life and or landscape pieces for themselves or as a thoughtful gift for someone else. New Class! Shanghai while CCS counseling programs offer affordable, caring and professional mental health services to children and adults who may find this transition challenging. There are many special events held throughout the year including Bazaars, Galas and Open Houses in which potential students can connect with the greater community. CCS is also proud of its charity initiatives and through Giving Tree, River of Hearts, FU Coffees and Charity Link Programs, CCS is successfully bridging the gap between expats and those in need. Programs are provided to students at four convenient locations throughout the city in Pudong, French Concession, Hongqiao or Minhang locations. Please refer to page 6 for more information on our centers and open houses. For those who would like to get out and see the city, CCS welcomes students to join a Digital Photography class where they will learn how to use manual controls in conjunction with the fundamentals of composition to improve the expressive control of their photos. Taobao Classes provide foreigners with the essential tools to navigate this popular and vast Chinese website. After taking the class students can shop for less in Shanghai without ever leaving home. The Four Pillars of Destiny, in which students learn an ancient foundation of Chinese culture and wisdom that provides potential solutions to life’s dilemmas related to health, relationships and or career development. www.communitycenter.cn | 5 CCS Locations CONTENTS SPRING 2015 4 BUILDING FUND Leaving A Mark On CCS 5 ABOUT CCS Offering Events, Classes, Charity Initiatives 6 CCS LOCATIONS Check Out the New Pudong Location New Counseling Center Downtown Location 9 CHARITY EVENTS Family Bingo Night Charity LINK Volunteer Matching Fair River of Hearts Sorting Party Charity Soccer Tournament Giving Tree Donor Registration CHARI TI ES Pudong Centre: Quick Facts • Location: Heart of Biyun Community, many choices of restaurants and coffee shops nearby • Opened: Aug 28th, 2014 • Size: 680 sq ft, with 8 classrooms, 1 kitchen, 1 multi-function room • Amenities: Air purifying system (maintains indoor air quality below 50 (PM2.5),free coffee available (any donations support local charity), purified drinking and cooking water available • Free Library with 1000 plus books • Weekend and after hour room rentals available. Inquiries please contact [email protected] EVENTS 10 CCS EVENTS Open Houses, Hongqiao Coffee Connection, Bazaars, Spelling Bees, Cooks Night Off & Orientation Sessions COUNSELING 12 The Sound Relationship House PRO GRAMS Pudong Center 1146 Biyun Rd, Tower A, 3rd Floor Jinqiao, Pudong 浦东新区金桥 碧云路1146号 A座3层 靠近黄杨路 Located on the corner of Huangyang Rd above Starbucks. A short Taxi ride from Science and Tech Museum Line 2, Yanggao Middle Rd Line 9, or Yunshan Rd Line 6. Phone: (021) 3382 1770 Office hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00am-5:00pm Open House: January 15th 2015 10am–12pm NEW! Hongqiao Center Lane 3215 Hongmei Lu 201 Sheng Lun Lan, Building 5B 上海虹桥虹梅路3215弄201号圣伦兰大厦 5楼B座，城市超市后300米， 程家桥支路上 Located 300 meters behind City Shop, off of Cheng Jiao Qiao Zhi Lu. The closest subway station is Long Xi Lu, Line 10 on Hongqiao Lu. Phone: (021) 6406 4276 Office hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:00pm Open House: January 29th 2015 Minhang Center No. 360 Xing Le Rd 2F Huacao, Minhang CCS Counseling Center in Downtown: 1149 Huai Hai Road, Ambassy Club B-1 Level, Shanghai 6 | www.communitycenter.cn Subway Line 10 - Shanghai Library Stop, Exit 3 14 GALA 2014 Subsidized Counseling Now Available Highlights 16 TOURS Half Day Tours, Full Day Tours, Weekend Tours 18 CENTER HIGHLIGHTS 19 Located down the street from NAR restaurant and the New Mall . MEET OUR COUNSELORS 上海 闵行区 华漕镇 幸乐路360号2楼 Phone: (021) 6406 3866 Office hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:00pm [email protected] Open House: January 16th 2015 13 Pudong, Hongqiao, Minhang Highlights ABOUT PROGRAMS Everything Students Need to Know Classes Index FA C I L I T Y R E N TA L Looking for space for meetings, parties, lectures, classes etc? CCS has space available to share at a reasonable hourly rate. Please contact centers for availability and details. PUDONG CENTER: [email protected] HONGQIAO CENTER: [email protected] MINHANG CENTER: [email protected] www.communitycenter.cn | 7 Charity Events Community Center Shanghai Charity Programs help people in need by connecting expats to their local community through acts of service. To find detailed information about all Community Center Charities and Events please visit. www.communitycenter.cn/charities JAN 21 Charity LINK Volunteer Matching Fair Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Check website for time and location Use your skills, learn something new and make a difference! Charity LINK gives nonprofits the opportunity to collaborate, make referrals and get inspired by each other. Whether you are a student, professional or homemaker, there are opportunities available at the CCS Volunteer Matching Fair. Volunteers need only posses a desire to help others and have a few extra hours to spare. Attend this enjoyable and informative Fair to find out more about how you can help make a difference in your community. Fair is free to attend, food and drinks are extra. Register at: www.communitycenter.cn/charitylink FEB 28 by River of Hearts Sorting Party Saturday, February 28, 2015 9:00am-4:00pm Concordia International School River of Hearts provides expatriates living and working in Shanghai the opportunity to graciously donate new and used items such as clothing, shoes, bedding, toys and other items in good condition. Over 10,000 boxes have been delivered since 2003 and approximately 13,000 people are impacted by ROH every single year. In addition, a core group of volunteers brings these items to people in need anywhere in China in the event of a natural disaster. Over forty sorting parties have been held over the years, bringing together hundreds of generous volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. At the sorting parties volunteers will sort, pack and load donations onto trucks for future shipping. Want to volunteer your time to help people in need receive clothing, toys, and other basic items? Join us! [email protected] www.communitycenter.cn/riverofhearts MAY 24 Family Charity Event: Bingo Night Saturday, January 24, 2015 Check website for time and location 8 | www.communitycenter.cn Bingo event – Enjoy an exciting night of bingo with family and friends. This event is suitable for all ages. There are raffle prizes to be won and all proceeds will go directly to CCS Charity Projects, Giving Tree and River of Hearts. Make new acquaintances, enjoy a fun-filled night and make a difference for people in China who are greatly in need of your support. Please pay per sheet. Register at: www.communitycenter.cn/charitybingo JUN 30 Giving Tree Donor Registration Register by June 2015 From just 32 bags in 2003 to over 10,000 per year since 2009, Giving Tree has established itself in Shanghai as a trusted organization making a big impact in the lives of disadvantaged children. Donors in this program have an opportunity to shop, prepare and hand deliver bags filled with winter clothing and school supplies to the migrant children who need them most. Giving Tree is a unique community engagement organization as each bag is assigned to a specific child with their preferences and details in mind. Donors include international schools, corporations, businesses and community groups. Each bag costs about 250 RMB to fill. Minimum 50 bag commitment per donor organization. Please register by June, bags will be filled in October and delivered to migrant schools in November and December. Find out more at: [email protected] www.communitycenter.cn/givingtree Goals for China Charity Soccer Tournament Saturday, May 30, 2015 Join volunteers as they come together for some friendly competition in the name of charity. This lively soccer tournament is sure to be enjoyable for the entire family and will help raise money for much needed CCS Charity Projects, River of Hearts and Giving Tree. There are prizes for the team that raises the most money. Minimum 1000 RMB per team, max 10 players per team. Please register at: www.communitycenter.cn/charitysoccer www.communitycenter.cn | 9 CCS Events COMMUNITY CENTER SHANGHAI COOK’S NIGHT OFF SPRING SPECIAL EVENTS CCS organizes various signature and seasonal events throughout the year for the expatriate community in Shanghai. Here is an overview of these exciting and informative events. For detailed information please visit www.communitycenter.cn COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN HOUSES SHANGHAI 123! COFFEE CONNECTION AT HONGQIAO Back By Popular Demand! Shanghai 123 is a free, half-day, orientation that provides expats with the resources to navigate through their first year in Shanghai and beyond. Each year hundreds of newcomers attend this in-depth orientation program. Attendees leave with an essential foundation to help them survive and thrive in this dynamic city. Come to a Welcome Back Party at your local Community Center! Whether you have just arrived or are returning from home leave, CCS welcomes you! Join our Open Houses and meet our staff, teachers, volunteers and other expats from the international community in Shanghai. You can sign up for classes & tours, pick up CCS publications and see some class demonstrations as well. Enjoy light refreshments and meet new friends while learning more about CCS. Sit back, relax, meet newcomers and spend time with old friends as we learn about different topics relevant to our lives here in Shanghai. Coffee Connection provides the community with the opportunity to form and strengthen relationships as people have always done...over a cup of coffee! Learn relevant information about Shanghai, laugh about daily experiences and forge friendships that will see you through every season of life in this vibrant and ever changing city. MAR 20 One Hundred Years of Shanghai Expat History Fri, Mar 20, 2015 FREE! JAN 15 29 16 Pudong Open House- Thu, Jan 15, 2015 Hongqiao Open House- Thu, Jan 29, 2015 Minhang Open House- Fri, Jan 16, 2015 All Open Houses are held at the Centers between 10am-12pm 17 24 31 Pudong Center Sat, Jan 17, 2015 Hongqiao Center Sat, Jan 24, 2015 Minhang Center Sat, Jan 31, 2015 All Orientations are held between 9:00am-12: 30pm To register please go online at: [email protected] 10 | www.communitycenter.cn JAN 24 APR The Jews in Old Shanghai Fri, Apr 24, 2015 FREE! Join our local historian, author and endearing storyteller Tess Johnston, as she discusses the history of the Western presence in Shanghai. Early on Shanghai became a city of Western immigrants. Ms. Johnston will give a short anecdotal history of each wave of foreigners who came to Shanghai. Tess Johnson, author, researcher & retired diplomat has lived in Shanghai since 1961. For more Coffee Connection dates, check our website. About Tess Johnston Listeners say: “She is lively, engaging, often irreverent and leaves her audience gasping for breath after her lively romp through a century of Shanghai’s colorful history.” 15 Pudong Center Thu, Jan 15, 2015 Minhang Center 16 Fri, Jan 16, 2015 MAR As part of the overall CCS mission to serve the International community and build bridges between cultures, CCS organizes the E.W.Scripps Spelling Bee in the China Region. This event is designed to encourage students to become better spellers through friendly competition. The winner will compete in Washington DC. 21 22 Competition will take place in Beijing on Saturday, March 21st and Sunday, March 22nd. Please go online at www.communitycenter.cn to find out more. BAZAAR MAY MAR JAN Come to CCS once a month to take home healthy, pre-packaged home cooked meals, organic veggies and a variety of specialty baked goods & food items at very reasonable prices. Cook’s Night Off events offer guests the opportunity to sample delicious food, support small businesses and take a night off from cooking. For more information please contact the centers. Pudong Center at: [email protected] Minhang Center at : [email protected] CHINA REGIONAL FINAL SPELLING BEE COMPETITION 13 Pudong Center Fri, Mar 13, 2015 Minhang Center 20 Fri, Mar 20, 2015 APR 17 Pudong Center 24 Fri, Apr 17 2015 Minhang Center Fri, Apr 24, 2015 All Cooks Night Off Events are held at CCS Pudong and Minhang Centers between 10am-1pm Once again CCS hosts Shanghai’s oldest and largest Summer Bazaars. Come support local expat business and find that unique gift before returning home for the summer. Attendees will be impressed by the diversity of vendors and every appetite will be satisfied with the variety of tasty international foods available. To find out more please go online www.communitycenter.cn 16 Pudong Center Sat ,May 16, 2015 22 Hongqiao Center Fri, May 22, 2015 8 Minhang Center Fri,May 8, 2015 www.communitycenter.cn | 11 Counseling THE SOUND RELATIONSHIP HOUSE By Carrie Jones, LCSW One of the most basic yet crucial elements of moving to Shanghai is setting up our homes. Most of us spend some degree of time, effort and money making sure our house or apartment is a refuge and sanctuary from the busyness and stress of life here, a place in which we feel safe and comfortable. Are we as intentional however, about ensuring our family relationships are as safe and healthy as our homes? The answer to this question should be a resounding yes! Marriage therapists John and Julie Gottman have outlined seven relationship levels that when used together, can build a “Sound Relationship House.” The Gottmans apply this concept to marriages, but it can easily be extended to all family relationships. Refer to these levels to help strengthen the emotional health and bonds within your family: Level 1: Build Love Maps Know One Another According to the Gottmans, “Masters of relationships have developed a map of the world of their partners, a map of their partner’s history, concerns, preferences, that is the current world of their partner.” Just because we knew our spouse when we first married, doesn’t mean we still know them today. Similarly, just because we knew our child when he or she was 4, doesn’t mean we still know them at 14. People change with time and experience. Be purposeful about keeping current on loved ones likes, dislikes, interests, and activities. Level 2: Share Fondness and Admiration It’s not sufficient just to love our spouse or child – we must find meaningful ways to express our love for them on a regular basis in a way they can understand and or receive. The book titled The Five Love Languages, states that some people like to hear, “I love you,” while others might prefer a hug or a back rub, while still others crave your time and attention. 12 | www.communitycenter.cn Level 3: Turn Towards Each Other Build the Emotional Bank Account The Gottmans coined a phrase, “bids for attention,” which refers to when one partner makes a passing comment (not something that necessarily needs an answer or direct response) in the presence of the other. A husband might comment on a news story he is reading or a wife might remark on the scenery as they are driving. “Turning towards” is when the other partner responds and engages in a dialogue, signaling a desire to communicate, which fosters a healthy relationship. The 5:1 principal states that to build healthy relationships every negative statement or criticism should be balanced by five positive statements. ‘Turning towards’ one another helps build the emotional bank account, ensuring plenty of positive interaction is occurring on a regular basis. Sharing positive statements helps balance out the inevitable times when conflict arises or when a complaint does have to be shared (these can be viewed as withdrawals from the emotional bank account). It is crucial that we express plenty of specific praise and words of love and affection as well as “turning towards” one another. Level 4: The Positive Perspective Some of us may reach a point in which just the sound of someone’s voice irritates us. It doesn’t matter what they say, we are annoyed as soon as that individual opens their mouth. It’s important to deal with negative sentiments and feelings before they reach this point. If we find ourselves nearing or reaching this level with a loved one, we must do something to change the dynamic of the relationship. As tempting as it may be, we must not allow ourselves to dwell on the irritating or annoying qualities we see, instead, we should seek out and focus on the positive qualities they posses. Consider scheduling regular times to have fun with and relate to one another in a more positive way rather than staying stuck in the same patterns of predictable day-to-day routines. Level 5: Manage Conflict Conflict is inevitable. It is not possible to completely avoid it, but it is possible to manage it in a healthy way. The Gottmans emphasize that in every interaction, there are two valid realities, not just one. We must take time to listen to our loved ones, try to understand (even if not accept) their points of view, and invest time in developing skills to navigate conflicts. When families find they must discuss a potentially sensitive subject, they can utilize a skill that the Gottmans teach called softened startup. Softened-start up involves talking about one’s own feelings and then expressing a positive need (a wish, a hope or a desire). Softened start up is effective especially when we are aware of the importance of timing when initiating a potentially emotionally charged conversation (i.e., not right when someone walks in the door after a long day at work or school.) If the timing is beneficial then family members can start the conversation off gently and on a positive note before gradually moving into the heart of the matter. Level 6: Make Life Dreams Come True One of the best ways to strengthen and enhance our relationships is by working towards a mutual goal. One of the most powerful ways parents can do this is to express belief and confidence in their children and help them accomplish their goals (the child’s, not the parents’), both short and long-term. Similarly, spouses should also find ways to express faith in each other’s goals and support one another to achieve them both personally and professionally. It is also important to have shared dreams as a family and to actively work to realize these. Working together towards a common cause has unlimited potential in uniting families and building the bonds between family members. Level 7: Create Shared Meaning Legacy, Values, and Rituals of Connection It is very easy to get caught up in the day to day practical aspects of life and forget the bigger meaning or purpose. Families should take time to talk about what really matters to them, be it values, morals, principals or spiritual foundations. These are the roots that will help support families in the rough times and ensure they grow together, towards a stronger and healthier future. Rituals of connection (traditions) also have tremendous value in defining and uniting a family. Regardless of where we live, it’s important to have special family traditions, especially while living in Shanghai where the broader culture may not be celebrating the same special holidays and life events that we do. In many ways, it’s up to us to create the atmosphere and festivity of the holiday and to make celebrations a significant event for our families. We must try to find a balance between continuing old traditions while also creating new traditions here. If you find yourself in need of guidance when navigating through these levels (things are always easier in theory than in practice!) or just in need of general support, don’t hesitate to reach out. CCS has counselors with solid experience working with families and they fully understanding the unique challenges families face living here in Shanghai. For more information about our services, log-on to www.communitycenter.cn or contact Carrie Jones at [email protected] Meet Our Counselors Zack Beck Goss Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work and a Master of Public Health degree. Works with children, adolescents, adults, families and groups on issues such as adjustment and transitions, relationships, anxiety and depression. Locations: Hongqiao, Downtown Sophie de Fauconval Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s degree in Children’s Psychotherapy. Works with children, teenagers and their parents on issues such as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, ADHD, school problems, emotions management, conflicts and opposition as well as intelligence and psycho-emotional tests. Sophie also works with adults on issues like anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. Fluent in French and English and understands Dutch and Spanish. Location: Hongqiao Sharon Lui Counselor with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy also completed certificate courses in PREPARE/ENRICH for marital and pre-marital counseling. Sharon is experienced in working with substance dependence and anxiety. Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, English. Location: Hongqiao (Sharon is not currently accepting new clients.) What’s New At CCS Carrie Jones Director of Counseling at CCS. Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work. Carrie works with children, adolescents and adults on cultural adjustment and transition, family and relationship issues, grief and loss, substance abuse, anxiety, eating disorders, stress, depression and mental illness. Location: Jinqiao Leo Lazo is a Professional Counselor who holds a Master’s degree in Counseling. Specializes in working with children and adolescents, as well as adults on a broad range of concerns including marital, family and relationship issues, grief and loss, anxiety, stress, depression and mental illness. Leo is fluent in English and Spanish. Location: Hongqiao Monica Romanengo Registered Clinical Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. Monica works with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression and grief and assists couples and individuals in dysfunctional relationships. Also works with adolescents to develop a higher level of emotional consciousness. Speaks Italian and English. Location: Jinqiao Javiera Rébora Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. Javiera works with adults and adolescents and children suffering from depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identity issues, grief and loss, cultural adjustments, transitional difficulties and other stress related concerns. Currently available to work with Spanish speaking clients only. Locations: Hongqiao, Downtown, Jinqiao, Minhang Scott Shen Licensed Social Worker with a Master of Social Work degree. Scott works with children, adolescents and families specializing in attention deficit, hyperactivity, defiance, depression, anger management, grief and loss, stress, self-esteem and family relationship issues. Fluent in Mandarin, English and Shanghainese. Locations: Hongqiao, Downtown, Jinqiao, Minhang Andrea Smollan Registered Clinical Psychologist with an Applied Psychology degree, specializing in trauma counseling as well as a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. Andrea works with children, adolescents and adults on a broad range of issues and can provide support for more serious mental health issues. Locations: Hongqiao, Downtown Theresa Decker Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Arts degree in Family Counseling. Works with couples on premarital counseling, adjustment issues and recovering from infidelity. Knowledgeable in helping families with adjustment, behavioral, school-based problems, grief and trauma, chronic medical and emotional issues and adoption concerns. Sees adults individually for depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns and personal growth. Location: Hongqiao Azin Nasseri, PhD: Dr. Nasseri holds a Doctoral Studies degree and a Master’s Degree in Psychology and has a focus and advanced training in Marriage Counseling and Conflict-Free Conflict Resolution (CFCR). Dr. Nasseri specializes in marriage and family counseling with 14+ years of experience in clinical psychology. Location: Hongqiao CCS is excited to announce the development of a subsidized counseling fund. This fund allows our counselors to offer sessions at a reduced rate based on a sliding scale to clients who cannot afford the regular counseling fee or who do not have insurance. If you would like to apply for an appointment through the CCS subsidized system, please contact www.communitycenter.cn | 13 Carrie Jones at [email protected] for an application. Gala 2014 Over 170 guests shined in the spotlight at the Community Center Shanghai’s 2014 Roll Out the Red Carpet Gala. The Gala was hosted at The Grand Kempinski Hotel, Shanghai. Paparazzi arrived to capture photos of all the glittering gowns and dapper tuxes at this stunning event. Free flow champagne, wine and a sumptuous gourmet dinner helped round out the evening. Entertainment included awards for Best Actor and Best Dressed. Attendees also enjoyed bidding on over 60 Silent Auction and 5 Big Board items which included naming rights to one of the rooms at the new Pudong Community Center Shanghai. One lucky raffle winner even walked away with a new iPhone 6. Thank you to all of our generous sponsors and attendees. We look forward to seeing you again next year! Corporate Table Top Auction Table Logistics Sponsor Wine Sponsor 14 | www.communitycenter.cn www.communitycenter.cn | 15 Tours PUDONG CENTER HALF DAY TOURS WALKING TOUR Shanghai Music History Tour Fabric Market Tour It can be very difficult for Westerners to find nice clothes that fit in China. A size Medium in the West is often equivalent to an XXL in Shanghai. One solution is to have clothes tailormade at the Fabric Market at extremely affordable prices. Have an entire outfit custom designed and fitted while shopping for ties, belts, scarves, bedding and more. Wed Mar 4, Apr 22, May 20 10am-12pm 200 RMB Fri Market Tour Shanghai supermarkets and malls are not the only place to buy supplies for the home. There are plenty of markets around Jinqiao that have the items foreigners and locals need. This tour will introduce students to the hotel supplies market for bedding and towels, wet market for fresh fruits and veggies, and a flower and bird market for lovely flowers and plants. NEW! Wed Jan 21, Feb 11, Mar 18,Apr 15,May 13 9-11:30am 250 RMB Cashmere Wool Market Chocolate Indulgence How is chocolate created? What do freshly roasted cocoa beans or cheese in chocolate taste like? The Chocolate Theatre offers an exciting tasting expedition for everyone who hungers for chocolate. Tasting various kinds of chocolate is an experience not to be missed! This tour is a sinful combination of chocolate and shopping in an outlet fashion center in the Yangpu district of Puxi where brand names of all kinds can be found. Chocolate Indulgence Tue Jan 27, Feb24, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 26 250 RMB 9:30am -2pm 1 session One of the best kept secrets in Shanghai. Join our guide as they take students to this elusive location to choose the quality, color and style of cashmere wool, to be made into a variety of tailor-made cashmere sweaters or cardigans. Wed Jan 14, Feb 4,Mar 11 9:45am-12:45pm 200 RMB Introduction to Chinese Tea Culture Tour 　 Jan 21(Wed),Feb 16(Mon),Mar 19(Thu),Apr 14(Tue), May 6(Wed) 2-4pm 250 RMB 10.30am-12:30pm 280 RMB Laoximen refers to the west gate of Shanghai’s former city wall, and there’s no better environment to explore the alleyways that represent the last surviving Chinese neighborhoods leftover from the city’s Concession era. 10.30am-12:30pm 250 RMB Jewish Settlement Tour Over 30,000 Jewish refugees stayed in the Hongkou district of Shanghai during World War II. Walk the streets of the former Jewish neighborhoods; see the site of the Joint Distribution Committee, Jewish Shelter, the Monument for Jewish Refugees, and the Ohel Moishe Synagogue (now the Museum of Jews in Shanghai). 9:30am-12 pm 300 RMB A Taste of China-Eat,Learn and Practice Chinese When people think about Chinese food, perhaps “dumplings” or “noodles” are the first thoughts that come to mind. For those who wish to build on this knowledge, April Li takes students to a variety of local restaurants where they can sample Chinese cuisines and practice speaking Mandarin. Thu Jan 22 (Shanxi); Feb 12 (Yunnan); Mar 19 (Xinjiang); Apr 16 (Vegetarian); May 14 (Cantonese) 10am-12pm 250 RMB New! Jazz History of the Bund Calling all Jazz aficionados! This tour is for those who wish to learn about Jazz in the day when Shanghai was known as “The Paris of the Orient” and the art deco jazz bars were buzzing every night. Join this night time walking tour of the Bund and visit some of the places associated with that famous era. Finish up at the House of Blues and Jazz where the group will watch a memorable show and enjoying a lively dinner. Drinks not included. Fri 16 | www.communitycenter.cn Mar 13, May 8 400 RMB BIKE TOURS CCS is excited to develop the bike tour with 27 Bike Club. Riding through the most attractive sights of Shanghai, experience its rich heritage and energetic international atmosphere. Sign up with us, enjoy the fun of riding together. Wed Jan 28, Feb 4, Mar 18, Apr 22, May 20 7-9:30pm 200 RMB (including bike rental with helmet) 100 RMB (own bike and helmet) PUDONG CENTER FULL DAY TOURS WALKING TOUR 8:00pm Around 115 kilometers away from Shanghai, there’s a most beautiful village in Jiangsu – Wang Shan. Ecological land, verdurous lake and quiet bamboo forest keep you away from the hustle and bustle of the city and let you breathe fresh oxygen. Thu Old Shanghai Alleyways and Confucius School Tour Jan 13 (Tue), Feb 11(Wed), Mar 19 (Thu), Apr 17 (Fri), May 18 (Mon) 8:00pm WEEKEND PHOTOGRAPHY TOURS Suzhou Travel just 30 minutes by train from the Shanghai Railway Station to explore and photograph the Humble Administrator’s Garden, Suzhou Museum (designed by famed architect I.M. Pei), and the wonderful canals by boat. The tour guide will also provide instruction on how to compose photographs that capture the beauty of Suzhou. Suzhou Bamboo Forest Tour Just beyond HuaiHai Lu’s sparkling and retail mecca lies the home of Shanghai’s Laobaixing, or common people. We’ll begin in a development of Shikumen homes that housed not only middle class but some famous personalities. Feb 19(Thu), Mar 11(Wed), Apr 20(Mon),May 12(Tue) Apr 10, May 22 Bring one friend, 50 RMB off each, bring 2 friends,100 RMB off each. The Former French Concessionfrom Laobaixing (ordinary people) to Legends Jan 21(Wed), Feb 16(Mon),Mar 19(Thu) Apr 14(Tue), May 6(Wed) 　 This tour begins at the Pushkin Memorial at the intersection of Dongping, Yueyang, Taojiang, and Fenyang roads. The tour will discuss the important cultural role of the Russian community in 1920s-1930s Shanghai, and then take a stroll to the Music Conservatory to learn about the history of this institution that first trained Chinese musicians in the 1920s. From there, segue into the world of pop and jazz, tracing the historic legacy of Shanghai as a musical city. The Tour will conclude at the Cotton Club and JZ Club where tour goers will find out what’s going on in the music scene today, and connect that to the historical legacy of Old Shanghai as the jazz metropolis of the Far East. 400 RMB Jan 22;Mar 19 9am-5:30pm From Ancient to Modern Tired of the big city? Come to Suzhou, boating through the ancient architecture will slow your pace. Tranquil from inside and out while you walking along the Pin Jiang alley which has 2500 years history. Jan 8;Apr 9 9am-5pm 900 RMB Excursion in ChangshuMountain and Lake Chang Shu is under the jurisdiction of Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, it’s about 100 km away from Shanghai. The natural landscapes create unique Chang Shu lifestyle. Thu Mar 5;Apr 23 9am-5pm Weekend Apr 19 (Sun), May 9 (Sat) 1500 RMB 8:45am-6:00pm 1 session 800 RMB Suzhou One day Journey Thu Suzhou Photography 950 RMB Watertown Exploration Visit Zhujiajiao, one of the most well-known ancient water towns near Shanghai, with unique old bridges running across narrow streams, small rivers shaded by willow trees and fresh local cuisine. The tour will take you back 400 years through traditional gardens, tea houses and post office. Enjoy a gondola trip on the quiet waterway. Fri Mar 20; Apr 24, May 22 9:30am-4:30pm 500 RMB French Concession Visit a few of the best locations in Shanghai for shooting street photography and learn some tips and tricks on using your camera to compose powerful photos.  The tour starts at 9:00 am at Fuxing Park, a top location for photographing interesting and active people of all ages.  We then walk down some of the most interesting streets in the French Concession, ending up at Tian Zi Fang for lunch and more unique photo taking opportunities.   The tour ends at the one of the largest photographic equipment malls in the world, where you can check out and purchase equipment. French Concession Photography Weekend Apr 12(Sun), May 16 (Sat) 1100 RMB 9am to 4pm 1 session www.communitycenter.cn | 17 About Programs Center Highlights PUDONG CENTER The Pudong Center is excited to offer several new classes including a Chinese Cooking Class that will teach students to make tasty local dishes right in their own kitchens, a hands on Taobao class that will assist students to shop for less in China. A variety Photography class will certainly help students capture all the exciting moments in Shanghai, while the HSK preparation class will help students easily pass the Chinese exam and earn certification to advance their careers. Pudong also offers Language Tutoring based on student’s schedules and levels. If the classes and tours Pudong offers are not a fit with a prospective student’s schedule, Pudong CCS can be flexible to tailor a schedule based upon request. Check the website to find out more information. HONGQIAO CENTER The Hongqiao Center is very excited to offer the following new and interesting classes: Nia a new exercise class, The Four Pillars of Destiny, a new class on Chinese Culture, Spanish Language, Quilting both Beginner and Intermediate and a Staying Healthy in Shanghai class. The Hongqiao Center also offers one on one tutoring in a variety of languages. Chinese tutoring is 160 RMB per hour, French and German rates are discussed on request and Business English is offered at 300 RMB per hour. WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT CCS: Taobao for Expats: The instructor was very hands-on; she was able to help each of us with our individual computer needs. The booklet with screen printouts was a very good idea and helpful. Geraldine Fausett (CCS PUDONG STUDENT) MINHANG CENTER The Minhang Center is very excited about a popular series of classes called English Language Classes for Adults and Kids in which a total of five levels of English Learning are offered along with specialized classes: Business English, English Beyond the Book, Creative Writing for Kids as well as three Levels of Conversation Clubs which are free for CCS students to practice their language skills. The Minhang Center also offers private tutoring in English, Chinese, Spanish, Math, French as well as German for adults and children, which can be arranged at the Center or at a student’s residence. Private adult and children’s tutoring in Chinese can be arranged one on one for 160 RMB per hour and private tutoring for any other foreign language is 250 RMB per hour for adults and 200 RMB per hour for children. CCS Hongqiao has made living in one of the largest cities in the world a bit more like living in a ‘neighborhood’. 18 | www.communitycenter.cn Did you know that CCS also has a variety of offerings that are free of charge? Please check out the below programs or go online to learn more! Pudong Center Jan 22, 9:30-11am, Traditional Chinese Culture, Kung fu & Health Jan 27, 9:30-11:30am,Following the route of Traditional Chinese Medicine Jan 28, 4:30-5:30pm, Dynamix Rhythm Project (music class) Jan 30, 10am - 12pm, Style Consulting Workshop by VISIONAIRE- Intro Talk Apr 17, 9:30-11:30am, Decoding China Culture Talk –Exploring Shanghai March 6, 10am-11.30am, Free talk March 20, 10am-11.30am, Coffee Connection, 100 years of Expat History April 10, 10am-11.30 - Free Talk April 24, 10am-11.30am, Coffee Connection, The Jews in Old Shanghai May 15, 10am-11.30am, Coffee Connection The Jewelry class has been full of pleasant surprises in the fact that it is much more adventurous, varied and creative than I had anticipated. We are really having fun—and surprising ourselves in what we have been able to produce at the end of each lesson. Samantha is an absolutely fantastic teacher. She is extremely competent, enthusiastic and motivating and I would definitely like to carry on with any further courses run by her. (CCS MINHANG STUDENT) An overview of all Community Center Shanghai policies is provided below. For full details contact the closest center or log on to the CCS website at www.communitycenter.cn Registration Policy Terms and conditions of CCS classes and tours: Online registration is required for all activities. Students will receive a confirmation via a system-generated email. Please note that bookings are reserved for students on a paid-first basis, not by the date of student registration. To guarantee a place, CCS encourages students to make payment at their earliest convenience by going online or by visiting a CCS center. Detailed registration policies can be found online . Feb 4, 10am-12pm Positive Discipline Parenting Talk Hongqiao Center CCS Hongqiao is like a second home for me. I was pleased to discover the website prior to my move to Shanghai and jumped into the activities as quickly as I could. I love that various classes and tours were available for newcomers, old-timers, and those visiting. FREE@CCS! Minhang Center Jan 9, 10-11.30am Jewelry Making and Chinese Knotting Demo Workshop Jan 29, 10-11:30am, Following the route of Traditional Chinese Medicine Jan 30, 10am-2pm Mosaic Demo Workshop - CNY Gift Project (Material Cost Not Included) Feb 5, 10am - 12pm, Style Consulting Workshop by VISIONAIRE- Intro Talk CLASSES INDEX Price and Payment Policy The Early Bird Fee is applicable to payments made at least two weeks before a class begins, otherwise the Regular Fee will be charged. Prices in the Guide are subject to change. For the most current information on classes, dates, times and pricing, please go online. Cancellation Policy The Center reserves the right to cancel any courses that do not have sufficient enrollment or in the event of an emergency. CCS makes every effort to notify registered students promptly. Therefore, CCS encourages students to provide their phone number and email address at the time of registration. For full details about CCS cancellation policies please go online. Refund and Credit Policy • Refunds are processed the same way SPRING 2015 payment was received • Cancellation by CCS: Client will receive full cash refund or class credit Language • Class credits will expire after 6 months. • Withdrawal from series class or tour due to Arts/Crafts/Hobby medical emergencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis Personal/Professional Please check online for a detailed overview of all CCS refund or credit policies online or Development contact the Programs Department at any three centers: Living in Shanghai 22 26 29 31 32 Fitness/Dance 33 Family/Health 35 Cooking Adventures 36 Kids/Youth 38 Ayi & Drivers CCS Pudong Center (021) 3382-1770 [email protected] CCS Hongqiao Center (021) 6406 4276 [email protected] CCS Minhang Center (021) 6406 3866 [email protected] The Community Center Shanghai is a non-profit organization and classes are conducted based upon the minimum number of paid registrations. Students are encouraged to check personal schedules carefully before committing to an event or class. Withdrawals at a late date can cause inconvenience to the Center and other participants. Additional classes, events and any changes will be updated and posted on our website. www.communitycenter.cn | 19 20 | www.communitycenter.cn www.communitycenter.cn | 21 Language Language Early Bird Students who enroll in Language Classes two weeks prior to the commencement of the class, will receive 200 RMB off the Regular Price. PRACTICAL CHINESE HSK Preparation Beginner, Intermediate, Conversational & Advanced Review Courses Students learn the language basics applicable to daily life while building the foundations for Mandarin. Interactive teaching techniques and exercise materials make these classes educational, applicable and enjoyable. CLASS DAYS DATE TIME PRICE SESSIONS PUDONG CENTER China’s Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) is the standardized national test used to determine the fluency of non-native speakers in Chinese proficiency. HSK is used by all Chinese universities to assess the enrollment of foreign students and by a number of Chinese companies looking for foreign workers. CCS HSK classes cover reading, writing, speaking, listening, test preparation and more. CCS offers a complete HSK preparation curriculum and prepares students for the big test. Level 1 Fri Feb 6-Mar 20 9-11:30am 1600 RMB 6 Level 2 Fri Feb 6-Mar 20 12:30-3pm 1600 RMB 6 Beginner 1A Wed & Fri Jan 21-Mar 25 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 1B Mon & Thu Jan 19-Mar 23 10:30-12:30pm 2900 RMB 16 HSK Fri Jan 16-Apr 3 9am-11am 1900 RMB 10 Beginner 1C Mon & Wed Jan 19-Mar 25 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 HSK Thu Feb 5-Apr 23 11am-1pm 1900 RMB 10 Beginner 2F Tue & Thu Feb 3-Apr 14 12:30-2:30pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 3C Wed & Fri Mar 11-May 13 9:30-11:30am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 3D Tue & Thu Jan 29-Apr 9 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 HSK1 Thu Jan 15 – Apr 9 1-3pm 1900 RMB 10 centre. Our Chinese lesson is Beginner 2E Mon Jan 12-May 4 9-11:30am 2400 RMB 13 HSK1 Thu Apr 16-Jun 18 1-3pm 1900 RMB 10 Tue & Fri Feb 3-Apr 14 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 HSK2 Tue Jan 13 – Apr7 11am-1pm 1900 RMB 10 academic enough, social and very Intermediate 1A Intermediate 1B Mon & Wed Feb 4-Apr 22 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 HSK2 Tue Apr 14 –Jun16 11am-1pm 1900 RMB 10 Intermediate 3B Mon & Thu Feb 2-Apr 16 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 HSK3 Mon Jan 12 – Apr6 1-3pm 1900 RMB 10 Advance 1C Tue & Thu Feb 3-Apr 14 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 HSK3 Mon Apr13-Jun15 1-3pm 1900 RMB 10 Advance Review Mon & Wed Feb 2-Apr 20 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 “ I just like coming to the community useful. We talk about how to give taxi directions, how to shop, order food etc...sometimes one of us comes with a question from an experience the day before -it’s real time Chinese!” Eleanor Williamson “ Excellent teacher and classes. Well done!” Leyla 22 | www.communitycenter.cn MINHANG CENTER Mon & Thu Jan 8-Mar 12 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 1B Tue & Fri Jan13-Mar 17 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 1C Mon & Thu Jan 15-Mar 19 11-1pm 2900 RMB 16 PUDONG CENTER Beginner 1D Mon & Wed Feb 2-Apr 6 11-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 1E Tue & Fri Feb 5-Apr 16 11-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 1F Mon & Thu Apr 2-May 25 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner Tue & Fri Jan 13-Mar 17 11-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 2B Mon & Thu Jan 12-Mar 19 11am-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 2C Mon & Thu Jan 19-Mar 23 9am-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 3A Wed & Fri Jan 14-Mar 20 11-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 3B Mon & Thu Mar 23-May 18 11-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Intermediate Wed & Fri Jan 14-Mar 20 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 PUDONG CENTER Chinese Thu　 Jan 22-June 4 11:30am12:30pm　 English Jan 13-June 9 Chinese Characters Beginner 1A MINHANG CENTER Students practice speaking other languages in a relaxed and less formal environment while meeting new people, learning about other cultures and talking about engaging topics that change weekly. Each session costs 50 RMB. HONGQIAO CENTER Learning Chinese characters can be fun, challenging and useful. At each level students will learn approximately 110 characters. Class instructors will utilize radical and sound clues as well as storytelling techniques to create shortcuts, helping students to learn quickly and efficiently. HONGQIAO CENTER CONVERSATION CLUBS PUDONG CENTER Mon & Thu Jan 19-Mar 23 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 2A Fri Jan 16-Jun 5 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 Intermediate1B Tue Feb 3-Apr 14 10am-12pm 1500 RMB 8 HONGQIAO CENTER Beginner Wed Chinese Wed Jan 21-Jun3 1-3pm English Mon Jan 14-Jun 1 10-12pm French Wed Jan 21-Jun 3 10-12pm French Fri Jan 23-Jun5 10-12pm Spanish Tue Jan 27-Jun 2 11:301:30pm (BEG) (BEG) (BEG) (BEG) MINHANG CENTER Chinese Thu Jan 15–Jun 18 9-10am Chinese Tue Jan 13–Jun 16 9-10am Chinese Fri Jan 16–Jun 19 11.30am12.30pm English Mon Jan 12 – Jun 15 12-1pm English Thu Jan15-Jun 18 11-12pm French Thu Jan 15–Jun 18 11-12pm Spanish Mon Jan 12–Jun 14 12-1pm (BEG) Jan 21-Apr22 9am-11am 2200 RMB 12 MINHANG CENTER Beginner Wed Jan 14-Jun 17 1-3pm 3600 20 Intermediate Thu Jan 15–Jun18 11am-1pm 3600 20 (INT) (ADV) (BEG) (INT/ADV) Beginner 1A Mon & Fri Jan 12–Mar 20 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 SPANISH Beginner 1B Tue & Thu Jan 13–Mar 19 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 1C Wed & Fri Feb 4–Apr 17 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 Levels 1-2 Beginner 1D Mon & Fri Apr 6–Jun 1 11am-1pm 2900 RMB 16 Hola! This is a beginner level course for adult learners who want to learn Spanish. Course includes basic introductory vocabulary and regular verbs. Beginner 1E Wed & Fri Apr 22–Jun 17 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 2A Wed & Fri Jan 14–Mar 20 11am-1pm 2900 RMB 16 HONGQIAO CENTER Beginner 2B Mon & Fri Apr 6–Jun 1 1-3pm 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 2C Tue & Thu Apr7–May 28 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Beginner 3A Mon & Fri Jan 12–Mar 20 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 Intermediate 1A Mon & Fri Apr 6–Jun 1 9-11am 2900 RMB 16 (BEG) Spanish Level 1 Thu Jan 15-Apr 2 10am-11:30am 1900 RMB 10 Spanish Level 2 Thu Jan 15-Apr 2 11:30am-1pm 1900 RMB 10 Jan 21-May 27 9-11am 3500 RMB 16 11:30am12:30pm HONGQIAO CENTER (ADV) Beginner 1 Tue (BEG) MINHANG CENTER Spanish Level 1 Wed www.communitycenter.cn | 23 Language ENGLISH English Levels 1-6 These courses are designed to help students improve their understanding of spoken English through structured dialogues, improvisation and pair practice conversations. PUDONG CENTER Level 1 Tue & Thu Jan 20-Mar 24 1-3pm 3200 RMB 16 TUTORING Level 3 Tue & Thu Jan 22-Mar 26 9-11am 3200 RMB 16 Level 4 Tue & Thu Jan 27-Apr 4 1-3pm 3200 RMB 16 Level 6 Tue & Thu Jan 27-Apr 7 9-11am 3200 RMB 16 Level 10 Thu Jan 15-May 21 11:15-12:45pm 2000 RMB 16 English, Chinese, Spanish, German and French tutoring offered privately or in small groups. Contact your local center for prices and availability. HONGQIAO CENTER Level 1 Tue & Thu Jan 20-Mar 24 9-11am 3100 RMB 16 Level 1 Wed & Fri Jan 21- Mar 27 9-11am 3100 RMB 16 Level 2 Tue & Thu Jan 20-Mar 24 11-1pm 3100 RMB 16 Level 2 Wed & Fri Jan 21-Mar 27 11-1pm 3100 RMB 16 Level 3 Tue & Thu Feb 3-Apr 9 11-1pm 3100 RMB 16 MINHANG CENTER From first note to first violin At Dulwich College Shanghai Junior School we believe in placing an equal emphasis on a students intellectual and personal development. We offer a wide choice of inspiring orchestral and choral music programmes. Many of our students perform in famed venues alongside acclaimed orchestras and some of the world’s leading musicians. Many go on to leading universities or conservatories, including Berklee College of Music, Boston and the Royal Academy of Music, London, amongst others. Level 1A Tue & Thu Jan 13–Mar 19 11am-1pm 3500 RMB 16 Level 2A Mon & Fri Jan 12–Mar 20 1-3pm 3500 RMB 16 Level 3A Tue & Thu Jan 13–Mar 19 11am-1pm 3500 RMB 16 Level 4A Tue & Thu Jan 13–Mar 19 1-3pm 3500 RMB 16 Level 5A Tue & Thu Jan 13–Mar 19 9-11am 3500 RMB 16 Level 6A Mon & Fri Jan 12–Mar 20 11am-1pm 3500 RMB 16 * CCS Pudong is also offering HSK tutoring. Level 1B Tue & Thu Apr 7- Jun 14 11am-1pm 4350 RMB 20 Level 2B Mon & Fri Apr 6–Jun 15 1-3 pm 4350 RMB 20 English/French Tutoring Price www.dulwich-shanghai.cn. Inspiration starts here. Chinese Tutoring Price At least 30 hours 1 Student; rate/hour 160 RMB 2 Students; rate/hour 140 RMB 3 Students; rate/hour 130 RMB At least 30 hours Level 4B Tue & Thu Apr 7–Jun 2 11am-1pm 4350 RMB 20 1 Student; rate/hour 250 RMB Level 5B Tue & Thu Apr 7–Jun 2 9-11am 4350 RMB 20 2 Students; rate/hour 230 RMB Level 5C Tue & Thu Apr 7–Jun 2 1-3pm 4350 RMB 20 3 Students; rate/hour 220 RMB Level 6B Mon & Fri Apr 6-Jun 15 9-11am 4350 RMB 20 Level 1 C Mon & Th Jan12-Mar19 9-11am 3500 RMB 16 Level 2 C Mon & Th Apr 6-Jun 11 9-11am 4350 RMB 20 Business English We are now taking applications for DCS Junior School, so if you would like to learn more about us and how we can bring out the very best in your child, we would be delighted to meet you. To arrange a visit please contact Anna Esposito, Head of Admissions on (8621) 5899 9910-713, email [email protected] or visit Tutoring Service Community Center provides private tutoring for adults and children that allows for individualized instruction and flexibility in scheduling. Tutors may come to your home or you may make arrangements that best suit you. (Fapiao provided) This class is designed for students who must use English in their workplace and would like to improve their communication skills. Emphasis will be placed on efficiently communicating in a business setting. To inquire, please contact our class coordinator: Pudong Email: [email protected] Hongqiao Email: [email protected] Minhang Email: [email protected] MINHANG CENTER Business English Fri Jan16–May29 11am-1pm 3500 RMB 16 www.dulwich-shanghai.cn 24 | www.communitycenter.cn www.communitycenter.cn | 25 Arts/Crafts/Hobby MOSAIC Chinese Brush Painting & Calligraphy This Chinese Calligraphy and Brush Painting course gives students an introduction to traditional Chinese ink painting, the material used and the techniques employed. Students learn how to paint bamboo, birds, flowers and small landscapes, Guilin style. No artistic talent is required. Come explore the relaxing techniques of Chinese freestyle ink painting The art of mosaic involves cutting, placing, gluing and grouting hard pieces of material together such as glass, stone or tile. Students can join this relaxing and enjoyable class and create their own beautiful mosaics to adorn their homes or give as gifts. PUDONG CENTER Table or Picture Plaque Thu Mar 5Apr 23 9:3012:30pm 49 cm round table 1000 RMB 55 x 55 cm square table 900 RMB 60 x 45 cm picture plaque 900 RMB 6 49 cm round table 1000 RMB 55 x 55 cm square table 900 RMB 60 x 45 cm picture plaque 900 RMB 6 PUDONG CENTER HONGQIAO CENTER Table or Picture Plaque Tue Mar 3Apr 21 9:3012:30pm Explore the endless possibilities of drawing this exciting and everchanging city of Shanghai. The session will begin with a quick lesson on one point and two point perspective then students will draw barges, ferries, the Pearl Tower, the World Financial Tower and all of the new buildings on the Pudong foreshore. All materials provided. Drawing on the Bund Thu 9:30am-12pm 300 RMB April 16 & May 20 1 session 1-3pm 1500 RMB 7 Class B Wed Apr 29 -Jun 10 1-3pm 1500 RMB 7 Course A Fri Jan 23-Mar 13 1-3pm 1500 RMB 6 Course B Fri Mar 20-Apr 24 1-3pm 1500 RMB 6 MINHANG CENTER Wed Jan 14–Feb 11 9:30am-12pm 900-1100 RMB 5 Course 1 Wed Jan 14–Mar 25 1-3pm 2250 RMB 9 Mosaic 2 Wed Mar 4-Apr 8 9:30am-12pm 900-1100 RMB 5 Course 2 Wed Apr 8-Jun 3 1-3pm 2250 RMB 9 Mosaic 3 Wed Apr 15–May13 9:30am-12pm 900-1100 RMB 5 Mosaic 4 Wed May 20-Jun 17 9:30am-12pm 900-1100 RMB 5 DRAWING SEWING NEW! Beginner A Tue Jan 13-Feb 17 1-3pm 1500 RMB 6 Beginner B Tue Mar 3-Apr 7 1-3pm 1500 RMB 6 Sun Jan 11-Feb 15 11am-1pm 1500 RMB 6 Sun Mar 8-Apr 19 11am-1pm 1500 RMB 6 Sun May 10-Jun 14 11am-1pm 1500 RMB 6 HONGQIAO CENTER MINHANG CENTER Weekend Special! Sewing for Beginners Join this informative and relaxing four-week course and begin sewing beautiful projects in no time. All materials provided. Course A Thu Jan 29-Mar 5 1-3pm 800 RMB 4 Course B Thu Mar 12-Apr 2 1-3pm 800 RMB 4 Mon Jan 12-Mar 2 9am-12pm 1500 RMB 5 Mon Mar 9-Apr 20 9am-12pm 1500 RMB 5 Mon May 4-Jun 8 9am-12pm 1500 RMB 5 MINHANG CENTER Beginner PAINTING NEW! Acrylic Painting HONGQIAO CENTER Mar 4-Apr 22 Mosaic 1 HONGQIAO CENTER Drawing On The Bund Wed HONGQIAO CENTER MINHANG CENTER NEW! Class A Acrylics can be used in various ways to create different styles of art on canvas, such as Abstract and Pop Art. Students will also learn about an Indian style of painting using a cone and brush known as Warli, Tribal Art that originated in Western India and Madhubani in North India. MINHANG CENTER Quilting In the Beginner course students will learn basic patchwork and quilting skills. In the Intermediate course students will apply this knowledge to complete two projects, one small and one large. Or they can choose to do one single project during the four sessions. Students are welcome to bring their own fabric selection so their project is more suited to their taste, however it’s not compulsory, materials will be provided. Students must be familiar with basic sewing and quilting principles. Beginner 1 Wed Jan 14 –Feb 11 12:30-3pm 1200 RMB 5 Beginner 2 Wed Mar 4-Apr 8 12:30-3pm 1200 RMB 5 Beginner Tue Jan 27-Feb 10 1-3pm 600 RMB 3 Beginner 3 Wed Apr 15–May 13 12:30-3pm 1200 RMB 5 Intermediate Thu Jan 27-Feb17 11am 800 RMB 4 Beginner 4 Wed May 20-Jun 17 12:30-3pm 1200 RMB 5 Oil Painting HONGQIAO CENTER Course 1 Wed Jan 14-Mar 4 10am-12pm 1500 RMB 6 Course 2 Wed Mar 11-Apr 15 10am-12pm 1500 6 HONGQIAO CENTER JEWELRY MAKING Students will become familiar with popular gems, pearls, beads, precious and semi-precious stones, metals and other jewelry components. Students learn to purchase affordable supplies at the best locations around Shanghai and can express their creative side while sourcing, designing and constructing exquisite jewelry for themselves or someone special. MINHANG CENTER Demo 26 | www.communitycenter.cn Fri Jan 9 10-11:30am FREE 1 www.communitycenter.cn | 27 Personal/Professional Development Arts/Crafts/Hobby STYLE CONSULTING Jewelry Design Workshops by VISIONAIRE MINHANG CENTER NEW! Design Level 1 Design Level 2 Chinese Knotting for Contemporary Jewelry Explore the many patterns of Chinese knotting that are creatively employed for contemporary jewelry making. Students will learn a few basic knots to create bold and chic pieces with given designs and materials. For the quick learners, you can bring in your own stones and create one piece with your own design with the help of the tutor. No prior knotting experience is required Wed Jan 14-Feb 11 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 Wed Apr 15-May 13 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 Tue Mar 3-Apr 7 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 This class can help students who find themselves in a fashion rut, perhaps gravitating towards a few pieces despite having full wardrobes of clothes to chose from. Students who join this class will make an important investment in their future by learning to focus on themselves and their image. Tue May 12-Jun 9 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 PUDONG CENTER Tue Jan 13-Feb 10 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 Free Info Talk Thu Jan 30 10am-12pm FREE 1 Tue Apr 14-May 5 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 Dressing for your body type Thu Feb 6 10am-12pm 250 RMB 1 Wed Mar 4-Apr 8 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 Wed May 20-Jun 17 9-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 Color Analysis: Mix & Match Thu Mar 6 10am-12pm 250 RMB 1 De-cluttering & Revamping Your Wardrobe Thu Mar 20 10am-12pm 250 RMB 1 Chinese Knotting MINHANG CENTER Chinese Knots Level1 Chinese Knots Level2 HONGQIAO CENTER 10:30am-12:30pm FREE 1 Dressing for your body type Thu Mar 5 10:30am-12:30pm 250 RMB 1 1500 RMB 5 De-cluttering & Revamping Your Wardrobe Thu Apr 9 10:30am-12:30pm 250 RMB 1 Wed Apr 15-May 13 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 Color Analysis: Mix & Match Thu May 14 10:30am-12:30pm 250 RMB 1 Tue Mar 3-Apr 7 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 Tue May 12-Jun 9 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 Tue Jan 13-Feb 10 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 Tue Apr 14-May 5 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 Wed Mar 4-Apr 8 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 Wed May 20-Jun 17 12:30-3pm 1500 RMB 5 700 RMB Gemstone Talk Mar 5-Mar 12 2 session HONGQIAO CENTER Thu NEW! PUDONG CENTER DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE Automatic settings make it much easier to take good snapshots using digital cameras. To take great photographs that connect with viewers, photographers need to turn the automatic settings off and learn how to use the camera’s manual controls. This class will teach students how to use these controls along with the fundamentals of composition to improve the expressive control of their photos. Students will take several field trips to practice, and then review and critique each other’s work the following week. PUDONG CENTER Feb 12 10.30am-12.30pm 150 RMB 1 OTHER Beginner Mon Jan 26 - May 4 9am-12pm 3700 RMB 10 Beginner Weekend Sat Mar 7 - Apr 18 9am-3pm 3700 RMB 5 Beginner in Spanish Tue Mar 3 - Apr 7 9:30-11:30am 1500 RMB 5 HONGQIAO CENTER Flower Arrangements Learn how to make basic European floral arrangements that are both aesthetically pleasing and long lasting. PUDONG CENTER Flower Arrangement Wed Mar 18, Apr 22, May 20 1-3pm 450 RMB 1 Make Your Own Personal Seal Personal Seal 1-3pm 850 RMB 3 INTRODUCTION TO FENG SHUI The Chinese believe that the scientific “Art of Placement” within environments consists of different types of energies that have a significant impact on our well-being. This analysis of personal environment will help students learn to make placement choices within their personal spaces in order to receive favorable energies HONGQIAO CENTER Thu Feb 3, Feb 10 & Mar 3 10:30-12:00pm 900 RMB + 50 RMB materials 3 Night Photography Weekend Sat 1:30-9pm Sun 9am-12pm 1300 RMB Apr 25 & 26 1 session Portrait Photography Workshop This workshop will teach students how to pose subjects, manipulate camera settings and utilize natural light in order to achieve pleasing results family and friends will surely love. PUDONG CENTER Introduction A Mon Jan 19-Mar 2 12:30-3pm 3000 RMB 6 Day Class A Introduction B Mon Apr 20 -May 25 12:30-3pm 3000 RMB 6 Tue 9am - 12pm 1300 RMB Jan 27-Feb 10 3 session Day Class B Tue 9am - 12pm 1300 RMB Apr 14-28 3 session MINHANG CENTER Beginner Thu Jan 15-Mar5 12:30-3pm 3000 RMB 6 Beginner Thu Apr 23-May 28 12:30-3pm 3000 RMB 6 ADOBE PHOTOSHOP LIGHTROOM HONGQIAO CENTER 28 | www.communitycenter.cn Feb 5 12:30-3pm 10:30am-12:30pm Feng Shui Thu Jan 14-Feb 11 Thu Diamonds Free Info Talk Wed Course A Unlike other types of photography, taking photos at night can be much more involved and challenging. If done properly however, the results can be breathtaking. Students can join this workshop to learn how to use their camera’s ISO, aperture and or shutter settings in order to achieve stunning and unique results. MINHANG CENTER Learn century-old weaving techniques to create trendy, fashionable pieces that can be worn on any occasion. Students can also create a beautiful array of gifts using decorative Chinese knots, like earrings or even ornaments for the Christmas tree. Night Photography Workshop Taking pictures with digital cameras can be a quick and straightforward process. In contrast, viewing thousands of photos after an event or vacation can be overwhelming and time consuming. This workshop will show students how to use Lightroom’s powerful image control tools to dramatically enhance photos. Students will then learn to use this software to organize, print and or publish photos to the web. PUDONG CENTER Lightroom Workshop Mon May 11 - 25 9am -12pm 1100 RMB 3 12:30-3pm 1875 RMB 6 HONGQIAO CENTER Introduction to Lightroom Wed Mar 4–Apr 8 www.communitycenter.cn | 29 Living in Shanghai Personal/Professional Development NEWCOMER’S SURVIVAL WORKSHOP PHOTOSHOP NEW! NEW! FOUR PILLARS OF DESTINY Destiny Analysis is an ancient Chinese system of individual personality analysis based on birth data. The system is called FOUR PILLARS OF DESTINY (Chinese: bazhi) and believes that a person’s birth data contains four basic pillars of information - namely Year, Month, Day, Hour. Learn the foundation of this ancient Chinese wisdom and transfer this knowledge into solutions for modern life’s questions on health, relationships and career development. HONGQIAO CENTER Introduction to Bazhi Tue Mar 17 & Mar 24 600 RMB +30 RMB materials 10:30am-12:00pm 2 session Bazhi- Advanced Thu Apr 16 & Apr 23 600 RMB +30 RMB materials 10:30am-12:00pm 2 session Jinqiao Orientation Introduction to Adobe Photoshop In the Beginner class students will learn how to use Adobe Photoshop to manipulate images, enhance photos, fix flaws, (removing something as small as a wire or as big as a person) make adjustments and add effects. Students learn how to use layers, masks, filters and effects to turn the images they see into the images they imagine. Students will also learn about the tools in Photoshop for automating certain tasks so they can speed through the editing of photos. In the Intermediate class students take Adobe Photoshop to the next level, learning advanced image composition techniques, methods for adding lighting to images as well as the necessary techniques to create panoramic and high dynamic range photographs. This course will discuss in depth how to use advanced filters, gradient masks and color modes while looking at Photoshop plug-ins that will allow photographers to further enhance their image editing possibilities. PUDONG CENTER Beginner Wed Mar 11-Apr 29 9am - 12pm 1900 RMB 5 Intermediate Wed May 6- May 20 9am - 12pm 1200 RMB 3 Photoshop Weekend Special PUDONG CENTER NEW! Survival Workshop DECODING CHINA A Chinese Culture Series Talk Tue Jan 27, Mar 17 1-3pm 250 RMB 1 HOSTING VISITORS This popular class is filled with plenty of practical advice for students who want to host visitors or just want to explore the city for themselves. Teachers provide unique ideas and share tips on everything from fake markets to Buddhist temples. PUDONG CENTER Hosting Visitors PUDONG CENTER Tue Feb 3, Apr 14 1-3pm 250 RMB 1 TAOBAO FOR EXPATS Exploring Shanghai MINHANG CENTER Photoshop In just a few hours teachers will share with students what took them months and sometimes years to discover. This is a creative workshop designed for newcomers to quickly learn the “ins and outs” of living in Jinqiao. Tue Jan 13-Feb 3 12-3pm 1500 RMB 4 9:30-11:30am Free Tue Mar 3-Mar 24 12-3pm 1500 RMB 4 Fri , Apr 17 1 session Tue Apr 7-Apr 28 12-3pm 1500 RMB 4 Tue May 5-May 26 12-3pm 1500 RMB 4 Travel in China Sat Jan 24 –Feb 14 2-5pm 1500 RMB 4 9:30-11:30am 250 RMB Sat Mar 7 –Mar 28 2-5pm 1500 RMB 4 Fri , Apr 24 1 session Sat Apr 11-May 9 2-5pm 1500 RMB 4 Sat May 16-Jun 6 2-5pm 1500 RMB 4 Chinese Geography 9:30-11:30am 250 RMB Fri , May 15 1 session Chinese Diversity (56 Ethnic Groups) 9:30-11:30am 250 RMB Fri , May 22 1 session Introduction to Taobao Taobao in China is similar to Amazon in the USA, but inexpensive and has millions of items. The literal meaning of “Taobao” in Chinese is “Digging for Treasure.” This class will teach students how to translate Taobao to English, sign up for an account, search and pay for items, negotiate for services and make returns. After initially using Taobao some students may have issues with couriers, vendors, refunds or delivery. Students are thus encouraged to take the one-on-one Taobao Post Class Service class which can also addresses any troubleshooting concerns. Come learn what the locals already know and enjoy shopping for less with the added convenience of door-to-door service. Reservations must be booked in advance for this class. PUDONG CENTER Taobao Every Tue Jan 13 to June 9 9:30-12:00pm 300 RMB 1 Evening Wed Jan 28, Feb 4, Mar 18, Apr 22, May 20 7-9pm 300 RMB 1 Weekend Sat Jan 24, Mar 21, Apr 25, May 23 9:30-12:00pm 300 RMB 1 HONGQIAO CENTER Taobao Thu Feb 12 11am- 1pm 300 RMB Taobao Fri Mar 20 9.30am-11.30am 300 RMB 1 MINHANG CENTER Taobao Wed Jan 14, Jan 28, Feb 11, Mar 4, Mar 18, Apr 8 Apr 22, May 6, May 20, Jun 3, Jun 17 9-11am 300 RMB 1 Taobao Post Class Service After using “Taobao” for a while, you might have some problems with the courier, vendors regarding refund, failed delivery etc. This service is to help you address the problems. It is a one on one trouble shooting class. Book in advance for a reservation. PUDONG CENTER: Contact: [email protected] Taobao Post Class Tue Jan 13-June 9 1-3pm 100 RMB/hr 1 150 RMB 1 MINHANG CENTER: Contact: [email protected] Taobao Post Class Any Weekday Jan 12-Jun 20 1 hour MAHJONG FOR BEGINNERS We play every Thursday, come and join us! Beginners welcome! HONGQIAO CENTER Mahjong 30 | www.communitycenter.cn Thu 1-3pm 20 RMB 1 www.communitycenter.cn | 31 Fitness/Dance Family/Health TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (TCM) NEW! NIA (Fitness & Dance) Nia is a fun and active workout for the mind, body and spirit. It is a mixture of easy-to-follow Dance, Martial Arts and Healing Arts that combine to give an exercise class that works students hard, is great fun and will keep the class wanting more! HONGQIAO CENTER Nia Tue 9:30-10:30am 90 RMB Jan 27-Jun 9 1 session TAI CHI Tai Chi (Taiji) is one of the major internal styles contained in Wushu. It was originally created as a martial art and the movements of Tai Chi contain martial applications. Hundreds of years of experience has shown that practicing Tai Chi can improve one’s health, reduce tension and cure a number of diseases like high blood pressure, arthritis, asthma, stomach ailments, heart problems and anxiety. Tai Chi exercises use gentle, circular movements in a relaxed manner, making it suitable for all ages and abilities. PUDONG CENTER Level 1 Fri Jan 9-Mar 20 11am-12pm 1400 RMB 10 Level 2 Fri Jan 9-Mar 20 9-10am 1400 RMB 10 Level 3 Fri Apr 10-Jun 5 9-10am 1100 RMB 8 Level 4 Fri Jan 9-Mar 20 10-11am 1400 RMB 10 Level 5 Fri Apr 10-Jun 5 10-11am 1100 RMB 8 KUNG FU (For Adults) ZUMBA Zumba is a Latin inspired dancefitness program that blends international music with contagious easy to follow and choreographed dance-fitness steps, from salsa to reggaeton, cumbia and merengue, bachata and more. In one class, participants could burn between 500 to 1000 calories as well as learn coordination, increase muscle toning and work every muscle in their bodies, including the most important one: their hearts. PUDONG CENTER Zumba Mon 1-2pm 1500 RMB; 100 RMB/ session Jan 19 to Jun 1 1 7 session Wushu is a Chinese martial art with roots going back thousands of years. Wushu has a large variety of benefits for people of all ages, including physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual. Wushu teaches self-defense, while also strengthening the body, improving fitness, broadening the mind and energizing the spirit. Zumba Thu 9:30-10:30am 90 RMB Jan 22-Jun 4 1 session Beginner Series 1 Sat Jan 31-Mar 28 4-5pm 1100 RMB 8 Beginner Series 2 Sat Apr 11-Jun 6 4-5pm 1100 RMB 8 This course explains the basic philosophies behind TCM, the history of the medical system, potentially treatable diagnosis as well as the diverse therapy methods involved in TCM. 10 TH A N N I V E R SA R Y Body & Soul – Medical Clinics are celebrating 10 years of helping patients make a smooth transition into a healthy life in Shanghai! PUDONG CENTER HONGQIAO CENTER Intro TCM Tue Jan 27 9:30-11:30am FREE 1 Intro TCM Wed Feb 4 7-9pm 250 RMB 1 Thu Jan 29 FREE 1 MINHANG CENTER: Intro TCM Spring Prep TCM 10-11:30am Tue Feb 24 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 Food Energetics Fri 10:00am-12:00pm 200 RMB Thu Feb 26 10-11:30am 200 RMB 1 Mar 27 1 session MINHANG CENTER: Spring Prep TCM PUDONG CENTER 5 Elements Tue Feb 10 9:30-11:30am 250 RMB 1 5 Elements Wed Mar 11 7-9pm 250 RMB 1 Thu Apr 23 200 RMB 1 250 RMB 1 5 Elements 10-11:30am Healthy Eating with the “5 Element Cuisine” PUDONG CENTER 5 Elements Cuisine Tue Mar 10 9:30-11:30 am - Exceptional healing results through integrative medicine and complementary therapies such as internal medicine, gynecology, infertility, pediatrics, dermatology, acupuncture, psychological consultations and nutrition counseling. – The leading center for pain management and rehabilitation with experts in physical therapy, osteopathy, chiropractic, podiatry, orthotics and personal training. To celebrate this milestone and encourage good health, Body & Soul offers anniversary specials. Check o ut deta ils new we bsite or on our call us! MEDICAL CLINICS Xintiandi |T: Hongqiao |T: Jing’an |T: Pudong |T: WWW.TCM-SHANGHAI.COM (+86 21) 5101 9262 (+86 21) 6461 6550 (+86) 150 0059 7770 (+86 21) 6162 0361 TCM Pediatrics Tue Mar 24 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 Herbal Decoctions Herbal medicine is a key method of treatment in TCM. Discover how the Chinese pick from hundreds of existing herbs and combine them, to create tailor made decoctions to cure a variety of symptoms. PUDONG CENTER Herbal Decoctions Wed Apr 15 Thu Mar 26 7-9pm 250 RMB 1 200 RMB 1 MINHANG CENTER: Herbal Decoctions 10-11:30am POSITIVE DISCIPLINE PARENTING This class will teach parents effective parenting methods to replace bribing, punishing, yelling and threatening. Learn to encourage responsibility, cooperation, empathy, accountability and other positive qualities in this interactive course. Using research-based methods of POSITIVE DISCIPLINE this course will help build good character and teach long lasting life skills. PUDONG CENTER PUDONG CENTER – Four locations reaching out to patients living in Puxi and Pudong with in-house laboratories, ultrasound and Western and Chinese pharmacies. FOOD ENERGETICS Seasonal Workshop: Spring Preparation with TCM PUDONG CENTER TCM Pediatrics – Natural Treatments For Your Children As natural as possible, as scientific as necessary NEW! Different foods have corresponding functions and nutritional properties in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Macrobiotic food therapy. Join Kimberly Ashton, Health coach & Macrobiotic food educator, for this talk and learn insights into how foods influence mood, organs, mind, longevity and well-being. (Includes interactive talk, organic green tea & macrobiotic treats) MINHANG CENTER: MEDICAL SERVICES|Gynecology|Infertility|Pediatrics|Herbal Medicine|Acupuncture| Dermatology|Physiotherapy|Chiropractic|Podiatry|Osteopathy|Psychology|On-site Laboratory, Ultrasound & Pharmacy|Personal and Group Training| During 10 years, Body & Soul has succeeded in establishing: 32 | www.communitycenter.cn Introduction: Following the Route of TCM 5 Element Workshop PUDONG CENTER MEDICAL CLINICS HONGQIAO CENTER In these courses students can learn more about Chinese culture through informative discussion on Traditional Chinese Medicine. Specialists will talk about brain development and disorders, disease prevention, stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, healthy eating, weight, symptom and pain management. With the help of Doris Rathgeber (Founder and General Manager of Body & Soul Medical Clinics) and her team of specialists, students will learn how TCM and some Western techniques can help alleviate the symptoms associated with common afflictions and disorders, as well as how to use TCM to help prevent diseases and improve overall well being. Physiotherapist Jessica Martin presents the section on Physiotherapy. Positive Discipline Parenting Talk Wed 10:00am-12:00pm Free Feb 4 1 session Positive Discipline Parenting Course Mon 9:00am-12:00pm 4000 RMB Mar 2 - Apr 20 6 session Women’s Health Improvement With TCM PUDONG CENTER TCM Women’s Health Tue Apr 7 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 www.communitycenter.cn | 33 Family/Health Cooking Adventures INDIAN What is Acupuncture? PUDONG CENTER TCM Acupuncture PUDONG CENTER Tue Apr 21 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 Preserve Your Body With TCM - Healthy Skin This talk will discuss the causes of aging while also explaining how one can maintain healthy skin by slowing down the aging process through the use of TCM. PUDONG CENTER NEW! STAYING HEALTHY IN SHANGHAI Want to stay healthy in Shanghai? Join Kimberly Ashton, health & wellness coach to find out how. This class covers food and nutrition, movement, stress and how to maintain mental and emotional well-being while living in Shanghai. She will also be providing useful resources on all things healthy from organics to food sources, to fitness and personal care. (Includes interactive talk, organic green tea & healthy super food snack) TCM Healthy Skin Tue May 5 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 Stress Talk This talk will help students learn more about stress – what it is, what factors influence it, how the body reacts to it and how to manage and overcome symptoms with the help of TCM and Western techniques. PUDONG CENTER TCM Stress Talk Tue May 19 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 Weight Management With TCM Gaining, losing or keeping weight off is difficult when the body is stuck in a specific habitual pattern. Students will learn to overcome bad habits and achieve weight targets with the help of food therapy, acupuncture and informative TCM advice. Fri 10:00am-12:00pm 200 RMB Feb 13 1 session DUMPLING MAKING TCM Weight Management Wed May 27 7-9pm 250 RMB 1 MINHANG CENTER: TCM Weight Management Thu May 21 10-11:30am 200 RMB 1 Dumpling Making Tue 10:00am-12:30pm 300 RMB Jan 20, Feb 10, Mar 10 Apr 14, Jun 9 1 session TOFU Tofu Tue 10:00am-12:30pm 300 RMB Jan 27, Mar 17 1 session CHINESE WEEKEND SPECIAL PUDONG CENTER Jan 24, Feb 7, Mar 14, Apr 18, May 16, Jun 6 1 session 1 How To Face Fear & Enjoy Uncertainty PUDONG CENTER How to Face Fear Tue Mar 17 9:30-11:30 250 RMB 1 How to Deal With Your Emotions and Reach Wellbeing PUDONG CENTER Emotional Wellbeing Tue Apr 14 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 10am-12:30pm 300 RMB 1 Fri Jan 9, Jan 23, Feb 6, Apr 24, Jun 5 10am-12:30pm 300 RMB 1 Thu Mar 12, Mar 26, May 7,May 21 10am-12:30pm 300 RMB 1 MINHANG CENTER Thai MINHANG CENTER Mexican Mon Mar 9, Apr 27, Jun 1 11:30am-2pm 300 RMB 1 ITALIAN Thu Jan 22, Feb 12, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 14, Jun 11 9:30am-12pm 300 RMB 1 CHINESE 300 RMB FREE Jan 28, Feb 11, Mar 18, Apr 15, May 13, Jun 10 Wed THAI Italian Traditional Chinese Culture – Kung fu & Health 9:30-11am 1 MINHANG CENTER Sat Jan 22 300 RMB MEXICAN MINHANG CENTER 10am-12:30pm Thu 12:30-2:30pm MINHANG CENTER Chinese Open Kung fu Jan 27, Mar 10, Apr 21, May 12 Indian MINHANG CENTER OTHER Tue MINHANG CENTER PUDONG CENTER HONGQIAO CENTER Health Talk Ritu’s Indian Healthy Chinese Cooking by Selice PUDONG CENTER Healthy Chinese1 Wed Mar 4-Mar 18 12:30-2:30 pm Healthy Chinese2 Wed Apr 8-Apr 29 12:30-2:30 pm Healthy Chinese3 Wed May 6-May 27 12:30-2:30 pm 950 RMB (250 RMB /session) 4 1200 RMB (250 RMB /session) 5 4 4 Contemporary Chinese Cooking PUDONG CENTER Contemporary 1 Thu Jan 15, Jan 29, Feb 12, Mar 5, Mar 19 12:30-2:30 pm Contemporary 2 Thu Apr 9, Apr 23, May 7, May 21, Jun 4 12:30-2:30 pm 5 Healthy Mental and Emotional Tips to Use Everyday PUDONG CENTER Healthy Tips Tue May 12 9:30-11:30 am 250 RMB 1 May 26 9:30-11:30am 250 RMB 1 Empowering Women PUDONG CENTER Empowering Women 34 | www.communitycenter.cn Tue www.communitycenter.cn | 35 Kids/Youth Kids/Youth LANGUAGE DRAWING AND PAINTING English (5 yrs +) Beginner Level (5 yrs +) MINHANG CENTER NEW! DYNAMIX RHYTHM PROJECT (6y+) One of the most important components of both music and movement is RHYTHM. In the Dynamix Rhythm Project you will approach rhythm in a new and creative way, making music with everyday household objects. Music with basketballs, cups, chairs, and buckets are just a few things you will begin exploring. No experience or equipment necessary, and fun for all ages! Free demo is on Jan 28. MINHANG CENTER English for Kids -1 Mon Jan 12-Jun 15 4:30-5:30pm 2000 RMB 20 Drawing & Painting Wed Jan 14–Jun 17 4:30-5:30pm 2000 RMB 20 English for Kids -2 Tue Jan 13-Jun 16 4:30-5:30pm 2000 RMB 20 Drawing & Painting Sun Jan 18–Jun 14 9:00-10:00am 1800 RMB 18 English for Kids -3 Wed Jan 14-Jun 17 4:00-5:00pm 2000 RMB 20 English for Kids -4 Thu Jan 15-Jun 18 4:00-5:00pm 2000 RMB 20 English for Kids -5 Fri Jan 16-Jun 19 4:00-5:00pm 2000 RMB 20 German (8 yrs +) MINHANG CENTER Int Drawing & Painting Wed Jan 14-Jun 17 5:30-6:30pm 2000 RMB 20 Int Drawing & Painting Sun Jan 18-Jun 14 10:00-11:00am 1800 RMB 18 MINHANG CENTER Beginners Fri Jan 16-Jun 19 4-5pm 2000 RMB 20 KUNG FU Trial Language Class Beginners (6 yrs +) MINHANG CENTER PUDONG CENTER Trial Jan 12-Jun 19 120 RMB 1 Creative Writing for kids MINHANG CENTER Creative Writing Thu Jan15-Jun18 4-5pm 2000 RMB 20 LEGO WORKSHOPS Dynamix Rhythm Project Wed 4:30-5:30pm 1300 RMB Children will use LEGO pieces to build their own gears, pulleys, inclined planes, wheels and axles while also learning about concepts used in Engineering. Teachers will assign students challenges that allow them to build creative and meaningful structures using different combinations of mechanical LEGO pieces. These LEGO Workshops may just provide the imaginative building blocks your child needs to create an amazing career in the future. Feb 4 - Apr 29 10 session Lego Duplo (3-6 yrs) PUDONG CENTER Intermediate Level (5 yrs +) Series 1 Sat Jan 31-Mar 28 3-4pm 1100 RMB 8 Series 2 Sat Apr 11-Jun 6 3-4pm 1100 RMB 8 MUSICAL THEATER STYLE PUDONG CENTER This dance class provides children with the basic techniques as well as the discipline required, to learn the beloved routines of Musical Theater Style of Dancing. Parents are welcome to join their children at the end of the course for an unforgettable performance that will display and celebrate all that the students have learned. MINHANG CENTER Juniors (4-7) Sat Jan 10-Jun 13 10-10:50am 1800 RMB 18 Seniors (7-11) Sat Jan 10-Jun 13 11-11:50am 1800 RMB 18 Teens (12-16) Sat Jan 10-Jun 13 12-12:50pm 1800 RMB 18 MINHANG CENTER Lego Tue Jan 20 – Jun 16 5-6pm 3400 RMB 19 Trial MINHANG CENTER Tue Jan 20–Jun 16 Drop in Trial Class Royal Academy Ballet (Grade 4-5) Fri & Sun Fri–6-7pm Sun–9:00-10:45am 8900 RMB (10-10:45am Pointe Workshop) (20%off for sibling discount) Jan 9 - Mar 29 29 sessions Royal Academy Ballet (Grade1-3) Fri & Sun Fri–5-5:45pm Sun–10:45-11:30am 6200 RMB Jan 9 - Mar 29 20 sessions Ballet (4-6 yrs) Tue 4-4:45pm 1700 RMB Jan 20 - May 26 16 sessions MINHANG CENTER Sr. Engineering (6-10 yrs) Lego Sr. Ballet 5-6pm 3400 RMB 19 COOKING Kids cooking programs are a fantastic way to get kids interested and even excited about healthy foods. In this class children will create healthy meals as they learn important math and reading skills while following the recipes and measuring the ingredients. Fun Cooking (9 yrs +) Jan 12-Jun 19 120 RMB 1 DANCING FOR KIDS PUDONG CENTER Jazz (7-10 yrs) Tue Jan 20 - May 26 5-5:45 pm 1700 RMB 16 Hiphop (5y+) Tue Jan 20 - May 26 6-6:45pm 1700 RMB 16 TUTORING MINHANG CENTER Session 1 Mon Jan 19 - Feb 9 4:30-5:30pm 600 RMB 4 Private/Semi Private Session 2 Mon Mar 2 - Mar 23 4:30-5:30pm 600 RMB 4 MINHANG CENTER Session 3 Mon Apr 6 - Apr 27 4:30-5:30pm 600 RMB 4 Session 4 Mon May 4 - May 25 4:30-5:30pm 600 RMB 4 FLOWER ARRANGEMENT FOR TEENS (10 yrs+) Chinese Jan 12-Jun 19 160 RMB/hr English, Spanish, German, French, School Mathematics Jan 12-Jun 19 200 RMB/hr High School Mathematics Jan 12-Jun 19 300 RMB/hr (20%off for sibling discount) MINHANG CENTER Ballet For Kids (4-7 Yrs) Thu 5-6pm 1800 RMB Jan 15 – Jun18 18 sessions PUDONG CENTER Teens (10y+) 36 | www.communitycenter.cn Wed Mar 18, Apr 22, May 20 4:30-6:00pm 350 RMB 1 www.communitycenter.cn | 37 Ayis & Drivers AYIS & DRIVERS This hands-on course will introduce Ayis to popular foreign dishes including main meals, simple snacks and tasty deserts that appeal to western households. Helpful hints concerning cooking techniques and kitchen hygiene are also covered. Healthy Food & Nutrition Theme – Ayi Cooking Classes Series offered by Sprouts Lifestyle Sprout Lifestyle is continuing their Ayi cooking courses that build on the popularity of healthy living and their previous programs for Ayis. In this new 4 part series Ayis will attend live cooking demos, receive the basics of nutrition and healthy cooking and be given a new bilingual course manual which includes tips on nutrition, kitchen appliances, shopping list and recipes! This course seeks to introduce Ayis to a variety of new methods on preparing food, instructions on how and where to procure the proper ingredients, how to operate common kitchen appliances, how to easily prepare snacks and meals with these appliances, how to clean fresh vegetables properly and much more! Western Cooking PUDONG CENTER Cooking for Ayis 1 Thu Jan 22, Feb 5, Mar 12, Mar 26 12:30-2:30pm Cooking for Ayis 2 Thu Apr 16, Apr 30, May 14, May 28 12:30-2:30pm 4 1100 RMB 4 (300 RMB/ session) MINHANG CENTER Cooking for Ayis Thu Jan 22, Feb 12, Mar 19 May 14, Jun 11 12:30-3:00pm 300 RMB 1 Healthy Food & Nutrition Theme – Ayi Cooking Classes MINHANG CENTER Series 1 Thu Jan 22-Feb 12 10:30am-12pm 1400 RMB 4 Series 2 Thu Mar 11-Apr 8 10:30am-12pm 1400 RMB 4 Series 3 Thu May 6-May 27 10:30am-12pm 1400 RMB 4 1-3pm 3300 RMB 16 English for Ayis & Drivers MINHANG CENTER English for Ayis 38 | www.communitycenter.cn 1100 RMB (300 RMB/ session) Tue Jan 13-May 19 www.communitycenter.cn | 39 Attending University of Melbourne Majoring in Commerce (Emphasis in Finance and Marketing) High School IB Score 41 High School Model United Nations High School Tennis High School Drama and French Club I am SCIS “The warm community at SCIS helped me develop a sense of personal motivation and independence. This facilitated my transition into university where the ability to take responsibility for your own work is essential. These qualities have also been instrumental in the development of my career I am very excited to start a full-time position at Deloitte in 2015!” – Emma Howat Class of 2011, Attended SCIS for 2 years SCIS is a truly international school. Our rigorous curriculum and excellent co-curricular opportunities promote high achievement. Our diverse community of over 60 nationalities and our caring environment promote future success. Visit us to discover for yourself the amazing SCIS community. No school does it better. Tour our campuses by calling 86-21-6261-4338 ext.1 HONGQIAO • PUDONG 40 | www.communitycenter.cn NURSERY – GRADE 12 www.scis-his.org The art and science of education since 1996