Events

Voice against violence



Voice against violence, Poetry performances by Word Warriors Nepal, live art by Artlab, music by Dream Temple and more to mark the Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month. 16 April, 5pm onwards, Base Camp, Jhamsikhel, 9841226397

Face of hope, Experts discuss seismology, humanitarianism and reconstruction work in Nepal as the country nears the one-year anniversary of the April 2015 earthquake. Followed by a photo exhibition on life after earthquake in Nepal by Christopher Phillips. 22 April, 5.30 pm onwards, Alliance Française de Kathmandu, Tripureswor, (01)4241163, www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

Self defense, A self defense training program organised by Ujyalo Foundation as part of its annual fundraising series. Proceeds will go towards organising its women leadership programs: Empowerher 2016 and Nidar Campaign 2016. 16 April, 8.30 to 11 am, Tickets: Rs 500, Shrestha Tower, Uttar Dhoka, (01)4433631, www.ujyalofoundation.org

Get sporty,  Run, ride or rock climb and participate in the fifth edition of Himalayan Outdoor Festival. 29 April to 1 May, Hattiban Hills, Pharping, www.himalayanoutdoorfestival.com, 9823287228/ 9843817625

Heritage ride, Join Tour De Lumbini, Kathmandu Cycle City 2020 and Cycle City Network Nepal as they ride along seven world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley. 23 April, 8am onwards, Basantapur Darbar Square, 9841303867

Create your font, Learn how to make your own Devanagari or English font with a two-day font design workshop. 23 & 24 April, Fee: Rs 500, Sattya Media Arts Collective, Jawalakhel, (01) 537406, [email protected]

Writing for Arts, Hone your writing skills and pick up tips on approaching and critiquing art in this three-day workshop. 20 to 22 April, 2 to 5pm, Yalamaya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, 9849519933, 9818239744

Historical exhibition, A display of 40 paintings by celebrated mid 19th century Nepali landscape artist Rajman Singh Chitrakar. Until 24 April, Taragaon Museum, Baudha, 9843722329

The Missing Link, Park Gallery presents series two of its bimonthly exhibition with artworks by Saroj Bajracharya titled ‘The Missing Link’.  Until 30 May, Park Gallery, Pulchowk, (01) 5522307


Dining

Le Trio



Le Trio, Amazing jholmomo and other lip-smacking delights at this cozy eatery.Jhamsikhel, (01)5521674

Irish Pub, Don’t miss Kathmandu’s most hip and happening pub. Ananda Bhawan, Lajimpat, (01)4416027

Mulchowk, Select your special dinner from set Ala-carte menu or regular menu while enjoying classical fusion, and folk music by Mul band. Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4259801

Mezze by Roadhouse, Spot a superstar at one of Kathmandu’s most popular restaurants. Mercantile Plaza, Darbar Marg, (01)4223087

Dhokaima Café, Try indigenous cocktails at the Rukhmuni Bar. Patan Dhoka, (01)5522113, [email protected]


Cinemas


Getaways

Shangri-La Village Resort



Shangri-La Village Resort, Escape the heat this summer with a two nights and three days package at Shangri La Village Resort in Pokhara.  Gharipatan, Pokhara, Rs 7500 per person including one way transportation from Kathmandu, rafting and lunch (self transportation and non-rafting package also available), (01)4420252/9808187015/9860260894

Tranquility Spa, De-stress, relax and pamper yourself to a wide range of massages at any of the spa’s nine branches in Nepal. www.tranquilityspa.com.np 

Gorkana Forest Resort, Complete your weekend getaway with a round of golf or a day of pampering at the spa, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Gokarna, (01)4451212, www.gokarna.com

Hotel Barahi, Enjoy a great view of Phewa lake, cultural shows, or indulge in the scrumptious pastries from the German Bakery on the hotel premises. Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)460617/463526

Balthali Village Resort, A small, cosy retreat with a bird’s eye view of green terrace fields dotted with ochre painted houses. Balthali, Kabhre, 9851075818


Music

Wave Rock tour



Wave Rock tour, Usher in the Nepali New Year at the WAVE Rock tour, featuring acts like Cobweb, Sabin Rai & The Electrix, and more. 16 April, 3pm onwards, Jawalakhel Football Ground, Lalitpur, 9801026507

Mad Jazz Quartet, Enjoy a jazz filled evening with Mad Jazz Quartet. 15 April, 8pm onwards, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, [email protected]

Rock for a cause, A fundraising event for the victims of the earthquake featuring Chinese indie rock band Wang Wen and Nepali rock band Monkey Temple. 23 April, 12 to 6 pm, Purple Haze, Thamel

Metal night, Book your seats for a night of hard-hitting heavy metal featuring bands Binaash, Aakrosh, Nude Terror, DISORDER, Crown Of Thrones and Vivace Octave. 30 April, 12 to 6pm, Reggae Bar, Thamel, (01)4700654

Music mania, Be part of the rock and roll mania with the 12th edition of the KCM Inter College Music Competition. Preliminary rounds on 15 and 16 April. Registration fee: Rs 5000, 10am onwards, 23 April, Jawalakhel Football Ground,  9849149154, 9849465316, 9813505758

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