Correction & Apology

In issue 11 of the Shanghai Entertainment Guide, News You Can Use column, City Weekend failed to extend the owner of Jazz Du Funk an opportunity to comment on the short article: "Dancers Say No More." It is always our policy at City Weekend to try and present news and issues with objective clarity and professionalism. However, we did not apply this standard in this matter and we sincerely apologize to the entire school, owner and associates of Jazz Du Funk. We have contacted the owner of Jazz Du Funk and will publish their entire response to the article online here City Weekend deeply regrets this error.

Sports

Run, run, run!

Adidas is not only going to supply the clothing and sportwear for the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2007 Special Olympic Games but is also holding a series of year-long activities to encourage people to run. The goal is to collect money for the Special Olympics and others in need. The first Adidas event in Century Park attracted more than 1,000 people. The next event, Adidas Summer League, is a basketball tournament to be held during August and September that will raise money for the disabled. For more information check www.funrun.cn.

Around Town

Ticket-Checking Gadgets for Sale

A new household ticket-checking gadget is now being sold by the Shanghai Public Transportation Card Company. The portable device will conveniently enable card holders to check the money balance on their cards. Compared with the machine used at the public transportation card service counters, this new gadget is smaller and portable. The new gadget, priced at ¥398, will be sold exclusively by the Shanghai Public Transportation Card Service Centre, at 609 Jiujiang Lu, near Zhejiang Lu. Inquiry hotline : 6360-1952.

Family Fun!

Mickey Mouse is Comin' to Town

If you missed out on the Mickey Mouse Club action you may want to check out “Disney Live! Mickey's Magic Show” at the Shanghai Grand Stage on August 15-19. Created by American Feld Entertainment Company, this performance has been shown in six countries and more than 42 cities around the world. Donald Duck, Cinderella, Snow White and many other Disney stars are scheduled to appear during the one-and-a-half hour performance, provided they can break away from their other cartoon engagements, naturally. True to the Disney fashion, the show promises to be a magical and creative event. Tickets are still on sale. Get yours at 800-820-5880 or www.tickets365.com.cn. For each ticket sold, a ¥5 donation will be given to Shanghai Charity Foundation.