Events

Images of Nepal



Images of Nepal, An exhibition of black and white images taken by Jan Møller Hansen before and after the 25 April earthquake. Till 22 September, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4218048

Climbmandu, The biggest climbing event in Nepal. 12 and 13 September, Astrek Climbing Wall, Thamel, (01)4419265, info@astrekclimbingwall.com, www.astrekclimbingwall.com 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 Ncell App camp, Call for mobile app developers to submit their ideas to compete at the second edition of Ncell App Camp. Application deadline 20 September, 9802772267, www.ncellappcamp.com Climate + Change, A dynamic exhibition exploring the effects of climate change on the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. Till 30 September, 9am to 5pm, International Mountain Museum, Ghari-Patan, Pokhara, (061)460742, www.internationalmountainmuseum.org Life talk, Indian spiritual teacher Brahmakumari Shivani will give a talk on ‘The Balance Sheet of Life’. 12 September, 9am to 11am, Nepal Bharat Library, Nepal Airlines Building, New Road Gate, (01)4410900, embassyofindia.kathmandu@gmail.com Swing dancing, Learn to swing dance for free. 12 September, 3pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com 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 Help rebuild, 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/#support Nepal Cup 2015, A charity football tournament to raise funds to rebuild quake-affected schools in Nepal and promote the country as a tourist attraction. 2 to 4 October, Dasarath Rangasala Stadium, Tripureshwor, info@nepalcup2015.com, www.nepalcup2015.com 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 quake-affected. www.nepal425.com 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, contact@parkgallery.com.np

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


Dining

Garden Tea House



Garden Tea House, Go on a dessert-binge at this lovely tea house.
Shankhamul, (01)4781377

Lal Durbar Restaurant, Authentic Nepali dinner with cultural shows. Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999, reservation@laldurbar.com Barista Lavazza, The Valley’s best European inspired coffee-culture cafe serves excellent mochas and lattes, don’t forget to try their grilled chicken sandwich. Jawalakhel, (01)4005123, barista.nepal@gmail.com Natssul, Reminiscent of the establishments in Seoul’s Hong dae district, this eatery strives to be the best Korean restaurant in town. Pokhara, (61)229198 Newa Lahana, Authentic Newari flavours with killer views of surrounding Macchegaun and towering Chandragiri hill. Kirtipur, 9813849358

Vootoo, The new home of Newari cuisine that also has a safe continental menu for those who are not yet ready to experiment with new dishes. Lajimpat, (01)4005222


Cinemas


Getaways

Raniban Retreat



Raniban Retreat, Situated at the other end of the Phewa Lake and nested inside Raniban forest and the World Peace Stupa, this retreat has one of the best views of the Annapurna range. Phewa Lake, Pokhara, (01)4411855 Monsoon Madness, A package for 2 Nights & 3 Days stay exclusively for Nepalis and expatriates. Rs 5555 net per person, till 30 September, Shangri~La Village Resort, Pokhara, (01)4420252, (01)412999, 9818721492, 9860617403, shangrilavillage@hotelshangrila.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, (01)6924606, www.neydohotel.com

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 away from the city, yet worlds apart. Bhaktapur, 9851024137


Music

Psyche-Folk



Psyche-Folk, Singer-songwriter, Jerusha Rai, returns to her hometown for her first show with Yuvash Vaidya on keys and beats by electro musician Tshering Sherpa. Rs 500, 11 September, 7.15pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel

Open mic, Calling all aspiring singers. Every Tuesday, 7pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com Cadenza Live, Enjoy Afro-Caribbean grooves from this famous Nepali jazz band. 11 September, 8pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com Spirit X Live, Come on up for some electric delight. 11 September, 8.30pm, Capital Grill, Bhatbhateni, (01)4428426, grillcapital@gmail.com Chill Bump Live, This English-speaking, French-made rap duo will make you jump with their unique and powerful beats that piqued Wax Tailor and C2C’s attention. 18 September, 7.30pm, Alliance française of Kathmandu, (01)4241163, (01)4242832, general.afk@gmail.com, www.alliancefrancaise.org.np Plebeian Live, Feel the groove with this Nep-Indie band. Rs 200, 18 September, 8pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com Baulu Jatra, Put on your shoes, gather your energy, and get ready for the ‘Slamming brutal death metal’ bands. 26 September, 1pm to 6pm, Purple Haze, Thamel, 9843695278, 9803145286, 9813041899

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