Events

Public speaking



Public speaking, Kathmandu School of Speaking is conducting a workshop to teach public speaking and effective communication. 11am to 2pm, 19 September, Kathmandu Rs 100. Register: 9841439617

Art criticism, Siddhartha Arts Foundation Education is hosting an art criticism workshop for writers. 19 September, Kathmandu 9818239744, sgamatya@gmail.com

Photography workshop, Artudio is organising its 53rd photography workshop for beginners. 7am to 9am, 18-30 September, Artudio, Chhauni Hospital Road, Swayambhu Rs 4,000. Register: 9851182100, 9803779777

En ‘Vogue 2015, House of Fashion reveals the next top model in the town’s biggest fashion event. 19 September, 6pm onwards, Hotel Radisson, Rs 1000 (includes complimentary drink) Tickets available at House of Fashion store, Nagpokhari, (01)4420964

Empowering women, Sambhawana and Youth Legend invite applications from women aged 18-25 for a four-day workshop on ‘empowering women’s leadership for democracy’ Send your CV to info@youthlegend.com or info@sambhawana.org.np by 21 September (01)4478042, (01)4435838

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, immpkr@fewamail.com.np, www.internationalmountainmuseum.org

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

Walkathon Walkathon, “Together For Hope”, to raise awareness on breast cancer and breast self-examination. Free t-shirts and water included. 10 October, 7am, Patan Durbar Square to Ideal Model School, 9841467697

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

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

Ncell App camp, Call for mobile app developers to submit their ideas to compete at the second edition of Ncell App Camp (see story, below). Application deadline 20 September, 9802772267, www.ncellappcamp.com

Biking in Nagarkot, A 30-km mountain biking challenge from Nagarkot to Sallaghari. 26 September, Meet Nepal Travel, 9841205366, Rs 1000 (includes breakfast, lunch and refreshments)

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

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


Dining

Tasneem’s Kings Kitchen



Tasneem’s Kings Kitchen, A charming restaurant proposing the unique flavours of distinctive Bohra Muslim Food.
Jhamsikhel, 9801282727, (01) 2239532

Taza, An excellent new Middle-Eastern restaurant with a Syrian chef. Offers free deliveries within Patan Pulchok, (01)5541592, 9860960177

Dechenling, The place to head to for Bhutanese and Tibetan cuisine. A pleasant and spacious garden is also ideal for big gatherings. Thamel, (01)4412158

Starry night BBQ, Come Friday 7pm onwards and enjoy the town’s best barbecues to a live performance by singer Ciney Gurung. Rs 1799 nett, Shangri-La Hotel, Kathmandu, (01)4420252

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

Monsoon Madness



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

Gokarna Forest Resort, A forest sanctuary to help you relax, breathe and meditate. Just a 20-minute drive away from Kathmandu. Gokarna, (01)4451212, info@gokarna.net

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 miles apart. Bhaktapur, 9851024137

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


Music

Jazzmandu



Jazzmandu, K-town's 13th jazz music festival 4 to 10 November www.jazzmandu.org

Baula 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, Gharana Music Festival

Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind international classical music festival organised by the Gharana Music Foundation. 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm, October 8 to 11 Hotel Yak and Yeti, Darbarmarg, www.gharanamusicfoundation.org

Chill Bump Live, This English-speaking, French-made rap duo will make you jump with their unique and powerful beats. 18 September, 7.30pm, Alliance française of Kathmandu, (01)4241163, (01)4242832, www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

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