EVENTS

7 Days script writing workshop, organised by Indigenous Film Archive (IFA) for innovative Nepali writers and filmmakers. Till 10 July, 9am to 5pm, fee Rs 1000, application deadline: 29 June, 9851063480

Career Fair Nepal, a platform to obtain information regarding career opportunities. 8 to 9 July, 12pm onwards, Bhrikuti Mandap

Expressions in Clay, ceramic art exhibition by Ceramic Hands, display of works created by local and foreign artists under the tutelage of Kalapremi Shrestha and 'P1' by Man Bahadur Harijan. Till 23 July, 11am to 6pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babermahal Revisited

Etching Art Exhibition, featuring works of upcoming Nepali printmakers Sangita Ghimire, Manju Shyanla, Tika Datta Dahal and Bhishan Raj Bhandari. Till 16 July, 12 to 8pm, Asian Proofs Print Art Gallery, New Orleans Café, Pulchok

Mero Kaatha Sunne Ho, a story telling workshop organised by Sattya Media Arts Collective.
8 to 9 July, 1 to 4pm, Sattya Media Arts Collective, Jawalakhel, fee Rs 1000 (scholarships available)

Summer Music and Dance Camp, organised by Kathmandu Centre for Performing Arts. 18 to 19 July, Salsa Dance Academy, Bhatbhateni, 9803822622

Nepal Cine Symposium, a South Asia focused international film network and promotion platform for cinema which includes a film festival 'Something like a film festival' organised by DocSkool. 19 to 22 November, submission open until 30 August, www.cinesymposium.com, amanyu@cinesymposium.org, 4471104

The Great Indian Education Fair, a unique education exhibition showcasing the finest Indian universities, colleges and institutions. 22 to 23 July, The Everest Hotel, New Baneswore

Funky Fresh E.L.E.M.E.N.T.S, a youth empowerment program for young hip hop enthusiasts above the age of 13 to harness their skills to become independent hip hop artists. 23 to 30 July, 10am to 6pm, Sattya Media Arts Collective, Jawalakhel/ Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, fee Rs 1000 (scholarships available), application deadline 21 July

Organic Market, a weekly organic market where along with picking the fresh organic produce for home you can enjoy brunch. 9 July, 10am to 12pm, 1905, Kantipath

MUSIC

Music and Fashion- The Grind, featuring the best DJs in town. 9 July, 2 to 10pm, Hotel Shahanshah Poolside, Rs 1000, free entry for ladies, 9803157605, 9851050919

Mukti N Revival at House of Music, don't miss out on your chance to hear live performance by one of Nepal's favourite musician. 9 July, 9 to 11pm, House of Music, Thamel

Summer Music Festival, a month long celebration of summer with unique mix of musicians. 8 July: Mukti 'N' Revival, 12 July: April Rush, 14 July: Actor Studio, 15 July: Saptak, 7.30pm, entrance Rs 200, 5528362, 9841320007

DINING

Sunday Brunch @ Red Dingo. 10.30am to 2pm, Rs.1200 for adults, Rs.500 for kids aged 5 to 12, Jawalakhel
Picasso, the perfect place to spent your Friday evenings listening to Jazz and dining on French cuisine. Live music on Fridays. Jhamsikhel, 5009076

9th Annual Wine Festival, Kilroy's monsoon wine festival will feature 15 varieties of exquisite wines from six different countries. 1 July to 15 September, Kilroy's of Kathmandu, Thamel, 4250440

Saturday @ Hyatt, Make your weekend more exciting with family and friends. Enjoy the afternoon with a splash in the pool, relax and sample the sumptuous barbecue brunch. For bookings call 4491234

Tapas Night with Sangria, for the true flavours of Spain indulge in Tapas buffet snacks with a glass of Sangria @ Rs499. 17 June onwards, every Friday, 6pm onwards, Splash Bar and Grill, Radisson Hotel, Lazimpat

Irish Pub, for the simple reason that the place actually feels like a bar. Don't miss out on their Irish coffee. Lazimpat, Ananda Bhawan, 4416027

Mike's Breakfast, huge breakfasts and a never-ending supply of coffee amidst a lush garden setting characterise this café, popular among tourists and locals alike. Naxal, 4424303

The Factory, a trendy restobar for a refreshing stopover in the chaos that is Thamel. Great food and drinks, with zesty music. Don't miss out on their cheesecake, it's a must. Mandala Street, Thamel

Arabian Nights, taste the culinary delights from the Middle-East everyFriday at The Cafe from 6.30pm to 10.30pm. For bookings call Hyatt Regency Kathmandu at 4491234

Tukuche, if it is authentic Thakali cuisine that you crave. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor sittings. Tukuche, Uttar Dhoka

GETAWAYS

Adventure De' Monsoon Mania, a two day fun trip that includes beach games, typical Nepali games Guchha, Chungi, Kabbaddi, drinking competition and live performance by the Saayas band organised by Country Road 4 Hamro Soach in association with Himalayan Enchanter Treks & Expedition. 8 to 9 July, Departure time 6.30am, 9am (rafters), 2pm (non-rafters), Royal Beach Camp