Events

Photochop



Photochop, get out of the comfortable confines of digital image manipulation and learn the art of photo-collage as done in the good old days. Rs 1,000, 17 to 21 April, Sattya Arts, Jawalakhel, [email protected]

Bikers day out, get on your bikes and ride! 200 Enfielders will be vroom-vrooming from Kathmandu to Pokhara. 13 to 15 April, www.enfieldpokerrun.com

Oh to be a gooner, watch Arsenal take on West Bromwich Albion. 6 April, 7.30pm, Reggae Cafe n Bar, Thamel

Australia day, take a sneek peek into the Australian way of life with music, food, and beverages from the land down under. 6 April, 2pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel

Inked for life, compete with tattoo artists from home and abroad at the 3rd International Tattoo Convention, 26 to 28 April, Yak and Yeti Hotel, 9841471448/9841849786

Girls on wheels, ride your scooters around town in a treasure hunt, solve puzzles, and complete tasks to win the grand prize of Rs 50,000. Rs 1,500, 20 April, Kathmandu College of Management, 980103373/9841570061/9851061065

Cross-cultural documentary workshop, learn how to develop informed, intelligent, and creative films that contribute directly to critical cultural practice from award-winning filmmaker Natasa Muntean. Rs 2,000, 10 to 14 April, 10am to 5pm, Sattya Arts, Jawalakhel

Think, eat, save, 200 million people could be fed with the amount of food wasted in Europe: vote for bloggers who are actively urging the public to shift from conspicuous eating to conscious eating. www.unep.org/wed/blog-competition/bloggers/, #WED2013

Pranamaya yoga, learn Reiki with Shanta Shakya. Rs 12,500, 6 to 7 April, Pranamaya Studio, Thamel, 9802045484, [email protected]

I cycle, get on your bikes and make a truip around town to mark World Health Day. 6 April, 7am, Kathmandu Darbar Square

Ghode Jatra, watch the Army parade at Tundikhel as they continue the tradition of scaring away the demoness Tundi who according to myths lives below the ground and causes earthquakes. 10 April, Tundikhel

Basantapur festival, celebrate the coming of Nepali New Year 2070. 12 to 13 April, Kathmandu Darbar Square

Expressions of devotion, an exhibition of etching, unique print, and video installations by Uma Shanker Shah and Seema Sharma Shah. 24 March to 17 April, 10am to 5pm, Siddartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal La dolce vita, films and food from the land of Gaius Julius Caesar. Rs 950, 9 April to 28 May, Tuesdays, 6pm, Black Pepper Cafe, Jhamsikhel, [email protected]


Solidarity for justice

Saturday will mark 100 days of the Occupy Baluwatar movement. Although it began as a campaign demanding justice for a female migrant worker who was robbed and raped by immigration officials, the movement has now snowballed into a larger platform calling on the government to put an end to gender violence and impunity. Despite continuous pressure, victims still await justice.

Join Occupy Baluwatar to spread the message that tolerating violence breeds further violence.

Baluwatar, 6 April, Saturday, 9am


Where do the children play?

Tired of your child staring into the idiot box every waking hour of her day? An eight-week course by the School of Performing Arts Kathmandu is just what you need. Pack those bags and watch as your kids come back as skillful dancers, musicians, and performers at the end of two months. Baby Music (1 to 3 year olds): an early development class to hone your child's musical talent, Rs 2,500

Musical Theatre Kids (3 to 6 and 7 to 12 year olds): lessons in music, rhythm, singing, and theatre, Rs 3,500

Ballet Kids (3 to 6 and 7 to 12 year olds): chance to learn Western classical, jazz, and pop dance, Rs 3,500

School of Performing Arts Kathmandu, Dhobighat, www.spaknepal.com, [email protected], (01)5523218


Dining

Saturday brunch



Saturday brunch, if you’re heading to Shivapuri for bird-watching, a sumptuous meal awaits you on the way back. Rs 1,400, 11am to 3pm, Poolside Garden, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, (01)4375280

Falcha, give yourself away to the twin pleasures of lemon jeera chicken and mutton handi kabab. Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur

Vootoo, a delectable selection of Newari food, don’t miss out on the sukuti. Lainchaur

Nanglo Restaurant, fail safe place for family dinners, the chicken sizzler is a cut above the rest. Darbar Marg

Cafe Du Temple, famous for its delicious food, warm ambience, and a beautiful roof top view. Patan Darbar Square, (01)5527127

Dechenling, the place to head for Bhutanese and Tibetan cuisine, its pleasant and spacious garden is ideal for big gatherings. Thamel

Chilly Bar and Restaurant, quality food and wide selection of drinks with great views of Phewa Lake. Lakeside, Hallanchok, Pokhara, (061)463614/463163

Pumpernickel Bakery, get an early breakfast or brunch with interesting choices of bread, experiment with goat cheese or yak cheese sandwiches, or sip on a large cuppa coffee in the classy indoor dining area. Thamel, 7.30am-7pm, (01)4259185

Bench Burger, juicy burgers and much more. Krishna Gali, Patan

Chongqing Fast Food, gear up for some mouth-watering Chinese dishes like Sour and Spicy Pork and Kung Pao Chicken. Thamel

The Village Cafe, authentic Newari food that comes straight from the heart. Pulchok

New Dish, grab filling meals like pork momos, spring rolls, and chop sueys with excellent value for money. Khiccha Pokhari


Cinemas

Movies 10-11 April

Chashme Baddoor

QFX Civil Mall 1:12:30PM, 3:30PM, 6:30PM

QFX Jai Nepal: 12:00PM, 3:00PM, 6:00PM

G.I. Joe : Retaliation 3D

QFX Civil Mall 2: 11:45AM, 2:15PM, 4:45PM, 7:15PM

QFX Kumari 1: 12:00PM, 6:30PM

Himmatwala

QFX Civil Mall 3: 7:00PM

QFX Kumari 2: 12:15PM, 3:15PM, 6:15PM

Vigilante 3D

QFX Civil Mall 3: 11:30AM, 2:00PM, 4:30PM

QFX Kumari 1: 3:00PM


QFX Civil Mall: Te Bahal, Kathmandu. Phone No: 1-4442220

QFX Jai Nepal: 317 Narayanhiti Marg, Kathmandu. Phone No: 1-4442220

QFX Kumari 2: Kamal Pokhari, Kathmandu. Phone No: 1-4442220

Email : http://[email protected]


Getaways

Maruni Sanctuary Lodge

Maruni Sanctuary Lodge, nestled in a Tharu village on the border of the Chitwan National Park. Rs 9,999 for twin-sharing, 2 days 3 nights, Chitwan, (01)44700632, 9841792225

Mind and body, take advantage of a 10 per cent discount on all treatments. Himalayan Peace and Welness Centre, Budhanilkantha, 9801066661

Mum's Garden Resort, head out to Pokhara for a peaceful and comfortable stay in beautifully designed cottages surrounded by a lush green garden with great views of Phewa Lake and the Annapurna range. Lake Side, Pokhara, (061)463468, www.mumsgardenresort.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 get here. Gaurighat, Lakeside, (061)465819


Music

Shastriya Sangeet



Shastriya Sangeet, dabble in the magic of Hindustani classical music every new moon night. 10 April, 3.30pm, Ram Mandir, Battisputali

Earthwatch, live music over dinner every Friday. Rs 1,299, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, (01)4375280

Live at Cafe 32, live music and delicious food every Friday. 6pm onwards, Cafe 32, Battisputali, (01)4244231

Inter college band competition, rock the living daylights out of your competitors and win the chance to cut an album of your own. Rs 5,000, Bhrikuti Mandap, 1 May, 9813422986

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