Events
Beautiful Nepal
Beautiful Nepal, Featuring works of 24 photographers on the subject ‘Nepal is beautiful’. Proceeds from sale of photographs will go to building safe drinking water system and community tpikets for Chhatre Deurali in Dhading. 25 to 29 September, Nepal Art Council Gallery, Babarmahal, Kathmandu
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, Gharipatan, Pokhara, (061)460742, immpkr@fewamail.com.np, www.internationalmountainmuseum.org
Photography workshop, Artudio is organising its 53rd photography workshop for beginners. 7am to 9am, Until 30 September at Artudio, Chhauni Hospital Road, Swayambhu Rs 4,000. Register: 9851182100, 9803779777
Oktoberfest Savor the flavours of German cuisine along with a supply of unlimited beer. Entry fees includes swimming. 3 to 4 October,12.30 pm to 4pm, The Cafe, Hyatt Regency, Boudha, (01)4491234, Rs 2,300 plus taxes
Critical mass, For cyclists reclaiming the streets, a monthly-meet up followed by a brief ride. 25 September, 5.30 pm, Basantapur Darbar Square
Hemp exhibit, Wide range of hemp products on display. 9 and 10 October, 11am to 9pm, Patan Museum, Lalitpur, 9841430679, 9818222722
Sustainability issues, A presentation by Martin Hammers, co-director of Builders without Borders on sustainable rebuilding in Nepal. 29 September, 5 to 7pm, Alliance Francaise , Tripureshwor
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
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
Empower her, 11 participants will pitch their idea of a service impact project, winners receive seed fund money. 10 October, 3pm, Amrapali Banquet, Bhatbhateni, Kathmandu, (01)443363, Tickets Rs 450
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 Darbar Square to Ideal Model School facebook.com/rosefoundationnepal , 9841467697
Biking in Nagarkot, A 30km mountain biking challenge from Nagarkot to Sallaghari. 26 September, Meet Nepal Travel, 9841205366 Rs 1,000 (includes breakfast, lunch and refreshments)
Art show, Kathmandu Contemporary Arts Centre resident, Brenna K. Murphy displays work created during a five-month residency. 30 September, 2pm to 5pm, Patan Museum, Lalitpur
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
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
Tasneem’s Kings Kitchen
Tasneem’s Kings Kitchen, A charming restaurant proposing the unique flavours of distinctive Bohra Muslim Food.
Jhamsikhel, 9801282727, (01) 2239532
Starry night BBQ, Come Friday 7pm onwards and enjoy the town’s best barbecues and a live performance by singer Ciney Gurung Rs 1,799 net, Shangri-La Hotel, Kathmandu, (01) 4420252
Taza, An excellent new Middle-Eastern restaurant with a Syrian chef. Offers free deliveries within Patan. Don’t forget their shawarmas! Pulchowk, (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
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
Milla Guesthouse
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
Monsoon Madness, A package fo & 3 Days & 2 Nights stay exclusively for Nepalis and expatriates. Rs 5,555 net per person, till 30 September, Shangri~La Village Resort, Pokhara, (01)4420252, (01)412999, 9818721492, 9860617403, shangrilavillage@hotelshangrila.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
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
Music
Jazzmandu
Jazzmandu, The 13th edition of Kathmandu Jazz festival. 4 to 10 November, www.jazzmandu.org
Open mic, Calling all aspiring singers. Every Tuesday, 7pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com
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, 9803145286,
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, 8 to 11 October Hotel Yak and Yeti, Darbarmarg, www.gharanamusicfoundation.org