Nepali Times

Finger painting

Finger painting, Children 5-10 years old can join this finger painting competition where they will recreate pictures using non-toxic, high quality paints. 22 July, 12 pm-2pm, Giggles Day Care, Kathmandu, Rs 750, 9810580333

Hold my hand, Join the pilot session of the five-day Hold My Hand Nepal Feminist Summer School, which will discuss the politics of NGO Feminism in Nepal and beyond. 22 July, 12:30-2:30pm, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, [email protected]

Bonjour, Register for three-hour weekend courses or 1.5-hour online classes every week and you’ll soon be sounding like a native French speaker. 22 July, Alliance Française de Katmandou, Pulchok, 9am-12pm, Fee Rs 11,190 for 45 hours of classes, 9808418422

A life in poems, Spend an evening celebrating the poems of poet and writer Greta Rana. 30 July, 5:30-7pm, The Tulip International Club, Sanepa, 9801132008

Click away, Participate in a 5-day beginners photography workshop. Bring your own DSLR or compact camera. Application deadline: 5pm, 25 July 1-5 August, 10am-12pm, Sanskriti Space, Goshwara Road, Birganj, Fee Rs 2,000 9855092943

Open mic for Parkinson’s, Attend an event dedicated to Parkinson’s: display your talent, share your story or simply be an audience member. 22 July, 11am onwards, Moksh, Jhamsikhel, Fee Rs 1,000 (welcome drink, snacks included) https://www.facebook.com/parkinsonsnepal/

True stories project, An art exhibition to raise awareness about and against gender-based abuse, exploitation and human trafficking. 14-31 July, 10am-6pm, Patan Museum Lalitpur, (01) 4218048

Weekend hike, Opt for a scenic hike on the Baghdwar-Okhreni-Sundarijal circuit this weekend. Registration deadline: 3pm, 21 July. 22 July, 6:45am-5:30pm, Bhrikuti Mandap Exhibition Hall Complex, Further information and fee:  01-4266559

Printmaking workshop, Last day of printmaking art exhibit by various Nepali participants and Korean artist Hyun Ju Kim 21 July, 11am-5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery Babar Mahal Revisited, (01) 4218048

European Bakery

European Bakery, For patties, éclairs, Swiss rolls, cookies, doughnuts and many more Saturday specials. Chundevi, (01) 4422047

Monsoon Sundays, Food connoisseurs can relish a succulent bbq with a choice of African, Arabic or Mediterranean specialities, along with access to the swimming pool. 23 July onwards, 12:30-3:30 pm, Rs 1,999 per person, Hyatt Regency www.kathmandu.regency.hyatt.com

Coffee break, Visit this new outlet offering a wide range of beverages, from freshly brewed coffees to iced tea, smoothies, lassi and milkshakes, as well as bakery treats. Takeaway available. Salesberry Department Store, Sitapaila Chok, 9801188409

The Bent Fork, For a cosy evening with friends and family. This European style restaurant offers some of the best salads and varieties of continental dishes. Bishal Nagar, 9802049888

Le Trio, Some of the most succulent jhol momochas (soup momos) in town. Narayanhiti Path and Jhamiskhel, (01) 4435440 / 5521647

Ventures Café, Stop by for the best fusion menu and all local favourites and enjoy the breezy outdoors seating. A great venue for beer connoisseurs. Baluwatar, 9851228014

Coffee Pasal, A place to sip an aromatic cup of coffee while gazing at the Narayanhiti Museum. Darbar Marg Darbar Marg, (01) 4246483

Café Swotha, An intimate setting in the heart of Patan, with an atmosphere of sophisticated, romantic warmth. Patan, (01) 5551184, [email protected]

Little Italy, Turn vegetarian at this Italian food chain and don’t forget to leave space for the chef’s special chocolate bomb. Kamaladi Road, (01)4233577/ 4233578, 9801195000

Meghauli Serai

Meghauli Serai, Spend a relaxing time fine dining then venture out for monsoon wildlife safaris in Chitwan, via the Monsoon offer at Taj Safari’s Meghauli Serai. Chitwan National Park 9801301969, 9851001548

Pataleban Vineyard Resort, Just 16km west of Kathmandu city, the resort is a perfect place to spend your weekends with food and wine. It offers astounding sunsets and views of the Himalayan peaks of Langtang, Ganesh, Manaslu and Annapurna. Chisapani, Kathmandu, 9841679364, [email protected]

Glacier Hotel, Good value and friendly service for travellers on the lap of Lake Phewa. Gaurighat, Lakeside, Pokhara, (061)-463722, www.glaciernepal.com

Atithi Resort & Spa, A quiet sanctuary that fuses Nepali tradition with modern amenities, complete with a fancy pool and a cosy restaurant. Lakeside, Pokhara, (06)1466760, [email protected]

Mango Tree Lodge, Culture walks, rafting in the Karnali, wildlife exploration and jungle safari at Bardia National Park.  Bhetani, Bardia,[email protected]

Park Village Resort, Yoga, detox and ayurveda treatment in a quiet corner of Kathmandu. Himalayan Peace and Wellness Centre, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, (01)4370286, [email protected]

Happy Srawan, Choose a 60 or 90 minute body massage at any of Tranquility Spa’s nine branches in Nepal and get complimentary henna decoration on your hands. www.tranquilityspa.com.np

Monsoon madness, A two-day, three-night package exclusively for Nepalis and expatriates. Rs 6,299 net per person on a twin sharing basis. Shangri La Village Resort, Pokhara, (01)4420252, 9861388277/9804116774 [email protected]

Nepali fusion

Nepali fusion, Tap to fusion beats with Suraj Tamang and Manda Band. 21 July, 6-10pm, CMD Multi-cuisine Restaurant & Bar, Tangal, Kathmandu, 9851011734, 9841780191

Music and food, Listen to jazz group Jackowacho Trio, with organic food and drinks to get you into the swing of things.
21 July, 7-10pm, Places Restaurant & Bar Sath Ghumti Marga (01) 470041T

Saturday night live, Spend the weekend with close friends swaying to the rhythms of Nepali band the Flow. 22 July, 6:30-9:30pm, Ai-La Lounge Restaurant, Kumaripati, Lalitpur, 9801018681

Soulful sufi, Enjoy a live performance by Stamba band, and get special offers on food and beverages 21 July, 6-10:30pm, The Imperial Coffee Shop Lounge Bar, Lazimpat (01) 4419716

Biker music night, Don’t miss the chance to catch the King of Biker music, Pat Savage, perform some of his big hits. 21 July, 8-10 pm, CG Machaan, Pulchok, (01) 5554291

Musical evening, Warm up your weekend listening to a classical music performance by members of the Seoul Philharmonic orchestra, The Felix Trio and Korea National University. Invitation only. 30 July, 4:30 pm onwards, Himalaya Hall, Hotel Himalaya, (01) 5523900