Events

Classroom to classroom,

Classroom to classroom, Workshop to train the next batch of spoken word poetry instructors who will help us introduce this art form to more people. Rs500, application deadline 12 August, 22, 23 and 29 August, Quixote’s Cove, Ekantakuna, wordwarriorsnepal@gmail.com

Collaborative photo book, Nepal 425 launches a crowd-sourcing drive for a book of 700 pictures of the earthquake. All proceeds from the sale of the coffee table books will go for relief through VolNepal. www.nepal425.com

Inspire with pictures, In celebration of the World Literacy Day, The Non Formal Education Center and UNESCO organise an open photography contest on the theme ‘Women’s Literacy’. Deadline 25 August, pe.wong@unesco.org.

Wholeness, A painting exhibition by Puran Khadka whose work is a meditative abstraction full of spiritual awakening. See page 9. Inauguration on 2 August at 5pm, till 30 October, Park Gallery, Pulchok, (01)5522307, contact@parkgallery.com.np

E Sports Carnival, The biggest gaming calendar event 25 August, Civil Mall, registration on ngamersclub.com/esc2015/

Find your ambience, Bringing together a combination of film, spoken word, live music and live art under one roof. Rs500 (includes a beer), 8 August 2015, 5pm to 10pm, Moksh Café, Jhamsikhel, (01)5528362

Call for filmmakers, Film Southasia invites submissions of non-fiction films made after 1 January 2013 for the tenth edition of the regional film festival to be held in Kathmandu from 19 to 22 November 2015. Submission deadline 15 August 2015, www.filmsouthasia.org/submit

Support, A special fund-raising print sale to contribute towards the rebuilding of heritage sites in Patan by Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust (KVPT). http://photoktm.com/#support

Get well soon, An exhibition of art by children of quake-hit areas during the ‘Get Well Soon’ art therapy sessions. See page 10-11. 7 to 13 August, Gallery MCUBE, Chakupat, Lalitpur, (01)5260110, gallerymcube@gmail.com, www.gallerymcube.com

In Visible, A photo exhibition by Rohan Thapa bridges the gap between visually impaired and sighted through perceptual experimentation. Opening on 9 August at 5.30pm, till 14 August, Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal, (01)4220735, nepalartcouncil@yahoo.com

Monsoon story camp, Journalists and community leaders are trained in communicating about climate change so people improve agriculture production and be better prepared for adverse weather. 21 to 23 August, Patale Gaun, Kavre, storycycle@gmail.com

Earthbag Rebuild Summit, Workshops and discussion groups about the benefits of earthbag building and earthquake resistant design. 4 September, 10am – 5pm, The Summit Hotel, Sanepa,

The Yeti Run, Come out and test your strength, stamina and teamwork at Nepal’s first obstacle race. 26 September, St Xavier’s School, Godavari, 9841226397, pareshkshrestha@gmail.com

Call for submission, Photographers, curators, photo-based artists, historians, anthropologists and other practitioners invited to submit work and ideas for digital projection, discussions, performances on the theme ‘TIME’. Deadline 15 September, www.photoktm.com


Dining

Bhojan Griha

Bhojan Griha, One of the finest restaurants with traditional, organic and ethnic cuisine of Nepal. Dilli Bazzar, (01)4416423, bhojan@wlink.com.np, www.bhojangriha.com

Little Italy, Go vegetarian at this new Italian food chain and don’t forget to end your meal with the chef’s special,chocolate bomb. Darbar Marg, (01)4233577

Chez Caroline, Authentic ambience, exquisite French food, glorious sunshine and more. Baber Mahal Revisited, (01)4263070/4187

Lal Durbar Restaurant, Authentic Nepali dinner with cultural shows. Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999, reservation@laldurbar.com

Friday BBQ, Enjoy a special Nepali BBQ with a can of beer or soft drink or local alcoholic beverage. Rs2178, every Friday, 6.30, Fusion Bar & Pool side, The Dwarika's Hotel, (01)4479488, sales@dwarikas.com

Salt & Pepper Restro Lounge, Espresso, mocha, latte, frappuccino, cocktails, liquor, beers and flavoured shishas, with an outdoor lake-view terrace. Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)463484, 9846210568, www.saltandpeppernepal.com


Cinemas


Getaways

Barahi Jungle Lodge



Barahi Jungle Lodge, the first eco-jungle lodge of Chitwan directly overlooks the Chitwan National Park, spa, boutique guest room, individual and two-in –one private villas, including a suite with a private swimming pool. Andrauli, West Chitwan, www.barahijunglelodge.com

Waterfront Resort, The lakeside hotel invites you for special barbeque dinners on Friday and lunches on Saturday. Sedi Height, Lakeside road, Pokhara, (061)466303/304, www.waterfronthotelnepal.com

Glacier Hotel, good value and friendly service for travelers on the lap of Lake Phewa. Gaurighat, Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)-463722, www.glaciernepal.com

Neydo Monastery, a monastery and guest house, Neydo is home to many significant religious sites of the great siddhas. Leave your troubles behind and book a room. Pharping, Kathmandu www.neydohotel.com

Buddha Maya Gardens Hotel, add value to your travel in Lumbini with a stay at probably the best hotel in the area. Lumbini, (71)580220, 9801033109, info@ktmgh.com


Music

Dubcamp



Dubcamp, The fourth event by the Outtallectuals featuring Cultivation and Gnirehst. 7 August, 7pm, Places Restaurant and Bar, Thamel, (01)4700413

Metal for Nepal, A fund raiser concert with metals bands for the beneficiary of the earthquake victims. Rs300, 15 August, 2pm, Club 25 Hours, Tangal, (01)4437486

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