Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

Art Scene Warehouse gathers together disparate paintings and sculptures, also under an urban theme. Feng Dakang’s building paintings are a highlight: some of his structures merely lean precariously, while others, the detritus of destroyed neighbourhoods, float away on opaque skies. Also on show are: Du Xinjian’s mystical oil paintings where fish are the major deities; Huang Jie’s dream scenes seen through women’s-face-shaped holes; and Hu Ke’s sexy, bald girl ceramics.

Until 31 July. Art Scene Warehouse, 2F, Bldg 4b, 50 Moganshan Lu. Tel: 6277 4940

The Lab Crew presents a special one for all of The Shelter’s Friday-fever lovers. Expect nothing but hip-hop, funk, soul, reggae, Latin and more; nothing but the classics. RMB 30. The Shelter, 6437 0400, thesheltershanghai@gmail.com

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

Spend Sunday afternoon relaxing at the Bund Lighthousem, eating ice cream and listening to party tunes while thousands of tourists wander about below. Interesting way to spend a lazy weekend afternoon to say the least. Atanu Bar, 3313 0871, ca.daveo@gmail.com

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Enjoy a feast of traditional Swiss dishes on Swiss National Day. With unlimited food and an open bar for both brunch and dinner (set prices RMB 198 and 248 respectively), it’s bound to be a party. 11am – 11pm.Chalet Suisse, 3353-3887, www.chaletsuisse-shanghai.com

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

Chen Yufei’s oil paintings are faces found in rock formations. The soft, muted colours in his ‘Reboot’ paintings contrast with the strong geometry (and geology) of the subjects. In the late ‘90s Yufei studied at the Academy of Arts in Braunschweig, Germany, making him a natural fit for Galerie Junger, which has its headquarters in Berlin and often shows artists with one foot in Germany and one foot here in China.

Until 15 September. Galerie Junger, 2F T-Gallery, 525 Hengshan Lu. Tel: 5179 5003

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

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This opera is one of the most frequently performed in the world, so if you haven’t seen it the showing at the Shanghai Grand Theatre (performed by Turin’s Teatro Regio) is your perfect chance. 7.30 pm. RMB 150 – 800. Shanghai Grand Theater, 5150 9199

A true world class talent, Itin has performed with orchestras worldwide including the London and Tokyo Philharmonic and has won every major prize of the Leeds International Piano Competition. 7.30 – 9:30 pm. Shanghai Concert Hall, 5150 9199

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

Every Tuesday night, Dada cooks up an offering of films from the fray. Watch the film from Dada's comfortable red couches with a free bucket of popcorn in hand. Doors at 8pm, film starts at 9pm.

Tuesday 3 August - Brazil (1985)
Dir. Terry Gilliam
English w/ Chinese Sub-Titles

Tuesday 10 August - Colors (1988)
Dir. Dennis Hopper
English w/ English Sub-Titles

Tuesday 17 August - Werckmeister Harmonies (2000)
Dir. Béla Tarr and Ánges Hranitzky
Hungarian w/ English Sub-Titles

Tuesday 24 August - The Wicker Man (1973)
Dir. Robin Hardy
English w/ Chinese Sub-Titles

Tuesday 31 August - Monty Python's Life of Brian (1973)
Dir. Terry Jones
English w/ Chinese Sub-Titles

DJ Ben Huang moves his Colour night from LOgO 2.3km east for a one-off party at MAO. Deep house, minimal techno or whatever else Ben finds in the bottom of his bag. Kicks off at 11.30pm. Ladies are free, gents RMB 100. MAO, 139 0185 3963, www.maoshanghai.com

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

 If Jimmy Eat World, The Killers and Gwen Stefani had a musical ménage a trios, the result would be PaperDoll. Fully embracing the “indie rock” label, PaperDoll’s music triumphs with clamouring guitar rhythms, delightful hooks and catchy lyrics. Even if you’re not a fan of rock’n’roll, even if you don’t like music, you’ll find yourself dancing to their infectiously earnest songs.

8pm. RMB 150. Mao Livehouse, 570 Huaihai Xi Lu, near Hongqiao Lu. Tel: 5258 9999.

Web: www.maolive-sh.com

Food, art, fashion and music collide in this showcase at 5 on the Bund. Enjoy choice eats from restaurants like Element Fresh, Dakota, and The Apartment alongside work from Shanghai artists. RMB 450 for Sunday, RMB 500 for both Saturday and Sunday. 7pm. 5 on the Bund

Rehab party is back, and this time it’s an all girls all night at DADA. DJs Mia, Kelly and Soulflower will be playing big beat house music, electro, and bass bounce all night. If you’re a boy and you want to come, make sure to wear your best wig (if you dress like a woman you get a free drink). Starts at 10pm. Dada Bar, 150 0018 2212

DJ Lindberg from Sweden will share his collection of ABBA and other disco favourites. Ladies are free, but men must part with RMB 100 at the door. Kicks off at 11.30pm. MAO, 139 0185 3963, www.maoshanghai.com

Cruise through water town Zhujiajiao on a bike and experience a different side of China. The town has been around for over 300 years and its ancient canals, bridges and farmland serve as a window to China’s past. RMB 450 includes a bilingual guide, lunch and transportation. RMB 100 for bike and helmet rental. 9am – 6pm. China Cycle Tours, www.chinacycletours.com

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

JAR is a non-profit small animal rescue group that is committed to protecting and improving the health and welfare of animals through pet health care, education, and the promotion of adoption / foster care as an alternative approach to purchasing animals. 11am to 3 pm. Café Du Monde, 5033 1574, http://jargroup.doodlekit.com/home

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

Veteran Japanese pop-rockers are coming to Shanghai for the first time to play a free show put on by myVox, a music site with a mission to fight piracy. These guys have been around since 1996 and have eight LPs behind them, so expect a tight and entertaining show. MAO Livehouse, 5258, 9999, www.maolive-sh.com

Celebrate the first anniversary of Japan Plaza with a shopping spree to nab great deals on nearly 70 types of commodities. Some goods will be buy one get one free (eg liquor, wine, beer, fruit, drinks, milk, etc). Every day expect ultra low discount promotions on food and beverages, household products, outdoor leisure products. All items are 20% off. Brand cosmetics and daily chemical products will have different price surprises.

Basement 1, No.1-6, Lane 222 Madang Lu, Shanghai. Tel: 5382 8802. Hours: 10am-10pm

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

All the ladies in the land can enjoy free flow cocktails every Tuesday from 8 pm to 12 am at Angelina's Pub.

7F Lansheng Building, 8 Huaihai Lu, near Xizang Lu.

The Norwegian Pavilion brings you Steinar Nickelsen and his band, performing at various times around the pavilion. While he is best known for playing the Hammond B3 organ, he also rocks out on an analogue synthesizer, which produces a variety of sounds, including piano and church organ. Also on 12 June. Norwegian Pavilion, www.expo2010.no

Agog is not a typical guitar trio but a mini orchestra, which use the group sound and the unique chemistry between the musicians to its full potential. 8pm. RMB 150. Dutch Culture Centre, 150 2657 5312, www.2010dcc.com

Axe, Paco, Cisco and Fred-I from France's High Time Soundsystem join the Uprooted Sunshine kids for a night of reggae, dancehall, roots, dub and ska. High Times select everything from roots and culture to dancehall and bashment. RMB 40. The Shelter, 6437 0400, www.myspace.com/hightimesound

MoCA hosts a major exhibition of Indonesian art this month, with works by more than 20 artists on display. The show’s scope is vast – “themes in contemporary and traditional Indonesian culture and history” – and the selected artworks we’ve seen look exciting. To give some context, participating artists have been invited to curate materials from their personal histories alongside their pieces.

Until 19 August. MoCA. 231 Nanjing Xi Lu, inside People's Park, near Huangpi Bei Lu. Tel: 6327 1282

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

 Chop Wood is the solo project of Danish musician Odilo Girod. His guitar-less songs feature layers and layers of meticulous rhythms and electronic harmonies topped by his sweet, Nick Drake-style voice. The music swirls around the listener, but has enough pop consciousness to keep one’s ears up and feet dancing.

Dutch Cultural Centre, Danish Pavilion, World Expo Site

A horde of girlie-girls take over Node Lounge to throw a BBQ and house party. It’s free and there is a ten drink for RMB 100 special. What’s not to like? Starts at 10pm. Node Lounge, 150 0080 1040, www.nodelounge.com

Enjoy this period piece about famous Chinese singer and actress Zhou Xuan, featuring many of the same dancers who dazzled worldwide audiences during the opening and closing ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics. RMB 100 – 680. Shanghai Grand Theater, 5150 9199

Five band extravaganza – four based in China, one Australian. Everything from post-punk to heavy metal – super cheap to boot! RMB 40. Yuyintang, 5237 8662, www.yuyintang.org

The perfect chance to clean out your closet and help the needy. For only RMB 40 (which is donated to children in migrant schools) you can rent a table and all the cash you make is your own! 11am – 5pm. 137 6199 3866, tiaozao@live.jp

DJ T-Easy has been around the block, and now he’s headed to Shanghai. He got his start in Spain, where he thrilled audiences with his versatile and unique style. Catch him again on the the 21st. 10pm – late. No cover. The Glamour Bar, 6350 9988, www.m-theglamourbar.com

A skilled ensemble of 36 children aged 11 to 16 put on a colourful show of Snow White and Cinderella. RMB 80 – 280. Shanghai City Theatre

Danish Architecture Centre - The exhibition targets Shanghai Expo visitors and is communicated through five landscape projects/visions, one from each Nordic country. The project uses landscape architecture to meet the climatic challenges and contributes with innovative and sustainable solutions, with international relevance. 

Nordic Lighthouse @ the Shanghai World Expo

Urban 18 PGA Championship

Saturday/Sunday August 14/15

Watch international golf champions thrash it out across the shores of Lake Michigan at Whistling Straits in the 2010 PGA Championship live and replayed over the entire weekend in Urban 18. Meanwhile, tee up against others to claim the throne of Urban 18 PGA Champion, with a difference. Play 18 holes on any US mainland course at Urban 18 on either day and score the best score on any of the courses to win an Urban 18 Club membership and your name on the clubhouse leaderboard. Players must sign up before the weekend to guarantee a tee time.

Fee: 200 RMB entry

Venue: Urban 18, 2/F, Central Plaza, 227 Huangpi Bei Lu near Jiangyin Lu

RSVP: email philboyle@urban18golf.com (Subject: PGA Championship)

Each month, the EU Pavilion brings to Shanghai a renowned European pianist. This month, it’s French pianist Bruno Fontaine. He has worked with various artists including Ute Lemper and Michel Portal and will conduct three performances at 6.30, 7.10 and 8.30pm. Europe Square, www.shanghaiexpo.eu

All the ladies in the land can enjoy free flow cocktails every Tuesday from 8 pm to 12 am at Angelina's Pub.

7F Lansheng Building, 8 Huaihai Lu, near Xizang Lu.

Lead by Russian piano prodigy Kirill Gerstein and conducted by Charles Dutoit, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will be playing pieces by Tchaikovsky and Shostakovich. 7.30 – 9.30pm, RMB150 – 1880. MISA Pavilion, en.piao.com.cn/shanghai/ticket_2050.html

Top chef and wine connoisseur Tessa Thompson presents a wine tasting with delicious snacks and cocktails at Yoga 109. Everyone is welcome, the more the merrier. Call to pre-book. 4.30 – 7.30pm.RMB 350. Yoga 109, 158 2178 7822, www.yoga109.com

Hailing from Malaysia, Arabyrd has been making waves in the music scene since the tender age of 15. Starting off by performing small gigs of her own material in Sarawak, she soon joined hip-hop group Phlowtron and was picked up by TV3 to host her own show. She plays live dubstep, jungle and barefoot with her producer Cee. 10pm. RMB 50. The Shelter, 6437 0400, thesheltershanghai@gmail.com

To celebrate Greek National Day two events will be held at the Greece Pavilion. The first is a morning improvisational jazz music performance called Sounds of the Light. Then in the evening a multifaceted show including dance, music and video projections based on the theme, The Echo of Living Myth. Greece Pavilion, www.expo2010.cn

MAO Livehouse goes all gimmicky green, bringing in an energy-collecting dance floor for the night. The harder you party down, the more this piece of tech converts to useable energy, thus saving the world from environmental doom. Polar bears everywhere will appreciate your noble actions. 10pm. RMB MAO Livehouse, 5258, 9999, www.maolive-sh.com

Under Lin Daye’s baton, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will play Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Overture, Guo Wenjing’s Bamboo Flute Concerto and Dvoak’s Symphony No.8. 7.30 – 9.30pm, RMB 150 – 1,880. MISA Pavilion, en.piao.com.cn/shanghai/ticket_2051.html

Friday, 20 August 2010

Good service is good business, and as China’s economy continues to grow, service standards must grow apace. The British Chamber of Commerce teams up with management training consultant Ben Keher of Communications Consulting Ltd., to coach participants to become more adept in the challenges of defining customer expectations, to set service standards, to find the moments of truth in customer interactions, to implement consistent practices, and more. Take a breather with the included mid-morning tea. RSVP in advance

Time: 8:30am-12:30pm

Venue: Level 9, Jade Room, The Langham, 740 Hankou Lu

RSVP by emailing angela.lock@sha.britcham.org

This overnight trip is dedicated to a different Shanghai, one of green expanses and old farmlands. Join China Outside Adventure for a forage through old Shanghai, complete with a guided trip out to Fenging Old Town and accommodations. China Outside Adventure, www.china-outside.com

Belgian alternative rockers Absynthe Minded from the quaint city of Ghent, recently awarded a UNESCO nod as a city of musical creativity, stop by MAO Livehouse. Support is in the form of Mo & Grazz, a jazz singer and DJ duo sure to set the start things right. 9pm. MAO Livehouse, 5258 9999, www.maolive-sh.com

All the ladies in the land can enjoy free flow cocktails every Tuesday from 8 pm to 12 am at Angelina's Pub.

7F Lansheng Building, 8 Huaihai Lu, near Xizang Lu.

See the Amsterdam Sinfonietta (featuring eminent Dutch cellist Pieter Wispelwey) play classics by Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven and Mahler. 7.30 – 9.30pm. Dutch Culture Centre, 6087 2300, www.2010dcc.com

To celebrate a year of long nights and world-class DJs, Dada is throwing a party for its first birthday. Get ready for a crazy night, with a line up of all your favourite DJs that play at Dada, bizarre entertainment, lots of surprises and most importantly, free stuff. Starts at 9 pm. Dada Bar, 150 0018 2212

The Shanghai Conservatory is putting on a superb night of chamber music at M on the Bund. The program includes classics by Isaac Albeniz, Wang Jian Min, Lou Shu Hua and Astor Piazolla played by an ensemble of piano, violin, guitar and gu zheng. 4pm. RMB 65 (students RMB 10) including a drink. M on the Bund