Events
Collaborative photo book
Collaborative photo book, Nepal425 launches a crowd-sourcing drive for a coffee table book of 700 pictures of the earthquake. All proceeds from the sales will go for relief through VolNepal. http://www.nepal425.com/
In Visible, A photo exhibition by Rohan Thapa bridges the gap between visually impaired and sighted through perceptual experimentation. Till 14 August, Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal, (01)4220735, nepalartcouncil@yahoo.com
Wholeness, A painting exhibition by Puran Khadka whose work is a meditative abstraction full of spiritual awakening. Till 30 October, Park Gallery, Pulchok, (01)5522307, contact@parkgallery.com.np
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
E Sports Carnival, The biggest gaming calendar event 25 August, Civil Mall, registration on http://ngamersclub.com/esc2015/
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.
Earthbag summit, Workshops and discussion groups about the benefits of earthbag building and earthquake resistant design. 4 September, 10am – 5pm, The Summit Hotel, Sanepa,
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
Whisky-tasting fundraiser, One of the most expensive Whisky tasting, including one of only 50 bottles of rare Japanese whisky Karuizawa 1983, to raise money for five charities helping victims of 25 April earthquake. www.whisky.auction and http://www.bonhams.com/locations/HK £6,000 per person, limited to 45 places, 3 October 2015, Old Billingsgate Market, London http://www.whiskyshow.com/whats-on/masterclasses/karuizawa-tastings/
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
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
Lost in migration I have to feed myself, my family and my country is an installation by Hitman Gurung reflecting the hopes and aspirations of migrant workers as well as the misery and death experienced by families of those who never return. Opening on 16 August, 5.30pm, till 19 August, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01)4218048
The Bagmati River Festival, A 4.3km nice scenic rafting which starts with offerings to the holy Bagmati. 15 August, 7am, Gothatar Bagmati bridge, (01)4361995, nepalrivers@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, http://www.photoktm.com
Dining
Krishnarpan
Krishnarpan, A restaurant in a historic setting which will take you into the exotic cultures of Nepal. The Dwarika’s Hotel, Krishnarpan, (01)4479488, sales@dwarikas.com
Downtown, Go Indian at this restaurant and also order Chinese and Continental. Don’t miss out on the biryani. Pulchowk Road, Patan, (01)5010751
Trisara, With dishes like flambeed prawns, crispy chicken, and khao soi, it would be a folly to ignore its aromas. Lazimpat, (01)4410200
Grill Me, A restaurant with a warm ambience and delicious grilled delights. Jhamsikhel, (01)5535294
Kaiser Cafe, Set within the historic Garden of Dreams, the Kaiser Cafe Restaurant and Bar offers a continental menu and serves as an atmospheric venue for anything from a quiet coffee or intimate meal to large functions. Thamel, (01)4425341
Cinemas
Getaways
Pokhara Grande
Pokhara Grande, A swimming pool to escape from the tropic heat, a massage parlour and spa to loosen up and a gymnasium to release stress, great options all around. Lakeside, Pokhara, (01)4005025, reservationktm@pokharagrande.com, http://www.pokharagrande.com/
Prakriti Bhavin Package, An exclusive two-night package tailored for Nepalis and Expats living in Nepal. Rs 55,000 (half board basis), valid till 30 September, The Dwarika’s Resort, Dhulikhel, (01)4479488 sales@dwarikas.com
Temple Tree Resort and Spa, A peaceful place to stay, complete with a swimming pool, massage parlour, and sauna, it’ll be hard to leave once you go in. Gaurighat, Lakeside, (061)465819
Raniban Retreat, Situated at the other end of the Phewa Lake and nested inside the Raniban Forest and the World Peace Stupa, this retreat has one of the best views of the Annapurna range, Phewa Lake, and Pokhara. World Peace Pagoda, Pokhara, (61)692136
Music
Metal for Nepal
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
Back to the 80s, An evening that will bring you back to the 80s and the 90s with a live performance by What’s Up! The night will be followed by a dance party. 14 August, 8pm, House of Music, Thamel, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com