Events

Nepal Cup 2015



Nepal Cup 2015, A charity football tournament to raise funds for quake-damaged schools and promote the country as a tourist attraction. 2 to 4 October, Dasarath Rangasala Stadium, Tripureshwor, [email protected], www.nepalcup2015.com

Homage, A British artist explores the concepts of identity and self-empowerment through painting. Inauguration on 23 August, 5.30pm, till 6 September, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4218048

E-Sports Carnival, The biggest gaming calendar event. 25 August, Civil Mall, for registration www.ngamersclub.com

Learn to animate, A workshop on use of stop motion animation techniques for story telling. Rs 500, 26 to 28 August, 9.30am to 3pm, Sattya Media Arts Collective, Jawalakhel, (01)5523486, [email protected]

Building better, A workshop and discussion on the benefits of earthbag building and earthquake resistant design. 4 September, 10am to 5pm, The Summit Hotel, Sanepa

Wholeness, Artist Puran Khadka, whose work is a meditative abstraction full of spiritual awakening exhibits his paintings. Till 30 October, Park Gallery, Pulchok, (01)5522307, [email protected]

The Yeti Run, Test your strength, stamina and teamwork at Nepal’s first obstacle race. 26 September, St Xavier’s School, Godavari, 9841226397,

Think and Talk, A talk by Dr. Ramesh Prasad Pandey, a Research Professor at Sun Moon University in South Korea, on Metabolic Engineering and Synthetic Biology. 21 August, 3pm to 5pm, Kantipur Valley College, Kumaripati, [email protected], www.talkbiotech.org

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

Support, A special fund-raising print sale to contribute towards the rebuilding of heritage sites in Patan by Kathmandu Valley Preservation Trust (KVPT) www.photoktm.com [email protected]

Run for Nepal, A 5k virtual race to raise fund for Oxfam Intermón which is helping victims of Nepal earthquake. 12 September, www.irunfornepal.com

Get inspired, United States Education Fund Nepal hosts guest speaker Aakarshan Dhakal to tell his story of how he used simplicity and self-reflection to turn adversity into opportunities. 1 September, 2.30pm to 3.30pm, USEF, Gyaneswor, Kathmandu, (01)4444779, (01)4444780, [email protected]

How to rebuild? A discussion on vernacular architecture and its scope, potential and challenges in post-earthquake reconstruction with Randolph Langenbach, Conservation Architect and Kishore Thapa, President of Society of Nepalese Architecture. 24 August, 5pm to 6.30, Alliance Francaise, (01)4241163, (01)4242832, [email protected]. www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

Photo contest, An open photography contest on the theme ‘Women’s Literacy’ organised by the Non Formal Education Center and UNESCO. Deadline 25 August, [email protected].

Quake photobook, Nepal425 launches a crowd-sourcing drive for printing a coffee table book featuring 700 pictures of the earthquake. All proceeds from the sales will go to the quake-affected. www.nepal425.com


Dining

Manny’s



Manny’s, Head down for some delicious Corn Fritters, Pad Thai Noodles, Crispy Crunch Potatoes and don’t forget their signature Manny’s Spicy Wings. All served with fine hospitality in an excellent space. Jawalakhel, (01)5536919

Kaiser Cafe, Enjoy a cuppa and an intimate meal in the blissful Garden of Dreams. Thamel, (01)4425341

Newa Lahana, Authentic Newari flavours with killer views of surrounding Macchegaun and towering Chandragiri hill. Kirtipur

Friday BBQ, Enjoy a special Nepali BBQ with live cooking stations. Rs2238 nett per person (including a can of beer or soft drink or 30ml local alcoholic beverage), every Friday 6.30pm, Fusion Bar & Pool side, The Dwarika’s Hotel, (01)4479488, [email protected]

Vootoo, The new home of Newari cuisine and a continental menu for those who want to play it safe. Lajimpat, (01)4005222


Cinemas


Getaways

Atithi Resort & Spa



Atithi Resort & Spa, A quiet sanctuary that fuses Nepali tradition with modern amenities, complete with a fancy pool and a cosy restaurant. Lakeside, Pokhara, (06)1466760, [email protected]

Milla Guesthouse, If you prefer the quiet, and admire a mix of old and new, this is the perfect place to stay. Not too far from the city, yet miles away. Bhaktapur, 9851024137

Park Village Resort, Yoga, detox and ayurveda treatment in a quiet corner of Kathmandu. Himalayan Peace and Wellness Center, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, 01-4370286, [email protected]

Jhule Mountain Resort, Resting 2050m above sea level, the eco-resort has a farmhouse that stretches across a hill covered in fresh pine. Enjoy an organic homestay experience. Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park, Lapsiphedi-3, Jhule, (01)6212399, info [at] jhuleresort.com.np, http://jhuleresort.com/


Music

Open mic



Open mic, Calling all aspiring singers. Every Tuesday, 7pm, House of Music, Thamel, Thamel, 9851075172, [email protected]

Bass Tunnel, Ranzen Jha will deliver beats for the body, bass for the soul. 22 August, 9pm, Club 25 Hours, Tangal, (01)4437486, [email protected]

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