Nepali Times

Critical mass

Critical mass, Join hundreds of cyclists to reclaim the streets of Kathmandu and encourage a biking culture in the city. 29 July, 5.30 pm onwards, Basantapur Darbar Square

Women lead, Get a chance to learn, share and network with fellow women entrepreneurs at the Young Entrepreneurs’ Summit Women. 29 to 30 July, 9 am to 5 pm, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, Register at bit.ly/yesw.2016, Fee: Rs 2,500 per person (Rs 2,000 for students)

Slam poetry, Watch Interstate’s poet and performer Deborah Emmanuel perform live, along with Nepali slam-poetry group Word Warriors. 30 July, 2 to 4 pm, Swarnam Theatre, Kalikasthan, www.sarwanam.org.np

Coffee, cake and wine, Good conversations coupled with food, wine and music at Kar.Ma Coffee, featuring a live performance by Simma Rai. 22 July, 4 to 7.30 pm, Kar.Ma Coffee, Jhamsikhel, 9843767232

Otaku next, Dress up as your favourite anime characters in the third edition of the Otaku Next Nepal Comic and Cosplay Convention. 30 July, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, Alliance Française, Teku, www.otakunext.com, Tickets: Rs 300 (entrance free for cosplayers), Rs 350 (on the day of the event)

Immersive Bootcamp, Sing up for this short course organised by Quixote’s Cove and taught by Niranjan Kunwar, to learn about various pedagogical ideas, theories and methodologies to help facilitate literacy and arts workshops. 10 August onwards, 11.30 am to 1 pm (Saturdays) 7 to 9 am (Wednesdays), Quixote’s Cove, Jawalakhel, Fee: Rs 5,000 28 July (orientation session), 6 to 7 pm

Sound of Music, Mark your calendars for the re-enactment of the classic Broadway musical Sound of Music by the students of Shuvatara School. 5 August, Nepal Academy, Kamaladi, Price: Rs 200 for 12 pm (students show), Rs 500 and 1,000 for 5 pm (general admission)

KJC for kids, Choir group, movie time, wall climbing, music, games, dance and more for kids at the KJC Summer Camp for Kids. 25 July to 12 August, 10 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday, Ages: 5 to 11 years, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5013554

Tedx Thamel, Get a chance to hear from eminent personalities like Bandana Rana, Bhumika Shrestha, Ishaan and Joseph Silvanus at the independently organised Ted event, TedxThamel. 23 July, 11 am to 1 pm, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, Tickets: Rs 500 (early bird), Rs 750 (regular)

Embers

Embers, A large, cosy place serving a blend of continental and Nepali favourites. Krishna Galli, Pulchowk, (01) 5555306

Hyatt Regency, Mouthwatering kebabs and curries at The Café, prepared by Chef Bhanu Aryal and his team of Indian chefs. 22 to 31 July, 6.30 to 10.30 pm, The Café, Hyatt Regency Kathmandu, Rs 2,000 plus taxes per person, (01) 4491234

Embassy, Away from the street hustle and bustle, enjoy varied cuisines at a place ideal for business meets and casual rendezvous. Embassy Restaurant and Bar, Panipokhari, Kathmandu, (01) 4424040

Wunjala Moskva, Treat your palette to Newari and Russian dishes in a lush garden with ancient trees and trickling streams. Naxal, (01) 4415236

Chez Caroline, Authentic ambience, exquisite French food, glorious sunshine and more. 9 am to 10 pm, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01) 4263070

Famous Farm

Famous Farm, Wake up to the sounds of chirping birds and a fresh morning breeze wafting in through the aankhijhyal. Nuwakot, (01)4700426, [email protected]

Temple Tree Resort and Spa, A peaceful place to stay, complete with a swimming pool, massage parlour, and sauna – hard to leave once you arrive. Gaurighat, Lakeside, Pokhara, (61) 465819

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

Shangri-La Village Resort, Set amidst peaceful surroundings with a breathtaking mountain view, landscaped gardens, bodies of water and a relaxing ambience. Gharipatan, Pokhara, (61) 462222, (01) 4410051

Buddha Maya Gardens Hotel, Add value to your travel in Lumbini with a stay at probably the best hotel in the area. Lumbini, (71) 580220, 9801033109, [email protected]

Music mania

Music mania, Hear the Chahana timi mero pop sensation Naren Limbu live, as part of the Live Musical Era 2016 hosted by Fem Nepal. 30 July, 7 pm to 4 am, The Victory Lounge, Darbar Marg, 9801031277/9802961570, Tickets: Rs 1,000

Acoustic evening, Listen and sway along to tunes of cover songs of bands like The Tallest Man on Earth, The National, Alt+J, Arctic Monkeys, Tame Impala, Absynthe Minded, Chet Faker and more this Friday. 22 July, 6.30 to 10 pm, Rato Mato Organics BBQ and Bistro, Lajimpat, (01) 4428576

Reggae sundown, Tap to the beat of reggae music with the Nepali bands Cultivation and The Himalion as they belt out tunes of Cultivation’s debut album Plains, Hills and Mountains. 23 July, 10 pm onwards, Club 25 Hours, Gahana Pokhari Marg, Tickets: Rs 500 (advance sale), Rs 1,000 (door sale)

Ciney Gurung live, Unwind at Hotel Shangri-La and enjoy a live performance by Ciney Gurung every Friday. 7 pm onwards, Hotel Shangri-La, Lajimpat, (01) 4412999 ext 7520/7508, Rs 2,000 per person

Food and music, Enjoy live music accompanied by a sumptuous spread of Korean food at Beautiful Coffee Nepal. For those interested there is also a coffee workshop. 4 August, 5 to 8 pm, Beautiful Coffee Nepal, Sanepa, (01) 5529308