Climate+Change
Climate+Change, an awe-inspiring educational science exhibition about climate change and Nepal's Himalaya. December to April, Nepal Art Council
Tell your story, make a 1-2 min video about how girls are changing the world; contest open to girls aged
12 to 25, winner takes $10,000.
Deadline 31 December,
www.letgirlslead.org
Tree of life, an exhibition of the paintings on the Mithila cosmos by
SC Suman.
Runs till 6 January, 5.30pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal
Child and family photography workshop, learn how to take photos of your child before it grows up.
Rs 3,500, 19 to 21 December, 7 to 9.30pm, 9841279544/9841240341
Maghe Sankranti, a month of reading Swasthani, a pilgrims' tales of the Kathmandu Valley of yore. 15 January to 14 February
Godawari calling, celebrate Alumni Day and reminisce the sublime and the ridiculous of your schooldays with fellow Godawarians.
28 December, 10am onwards, St Xavier's School, Godawari
Merry Christmas, deck the halls with bows of folly. 25 December
Early days, a workshop for new photographers and hobbyists who want to explore possibilities of a career in photography, free gift hamper worth Rs 1000.
Rs 2,999, 25 to 31 December, 7 to 9 am, Image Park, New Road, 9841279544, 9841240341
Narratives of faith and memory, an exhibition of paintings on the lost sculptures of Kathmandu by Joy
Lynn Turner.
Runs till 21 December, 10am to 4pm, Patan Museum, www.kathmanduarts.org, (01)5544880
Winter camp, give your children a chance to make good use of their holidays by learning music, arts, and drama.
29 December to 10 January, 10.30am to 4.30pm, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01)5013554, www.katjazz.com.np
Payback, after the disappointment of a 6-3 loss, league leaders Arsenal host Chelsea. 24 December, 1.45am
Belle France
The food security problem may be deepening, but there is no shortage of controversy regarding some of the so-called 'solutions'. Activists say genetically modified food will be the ruin of agricultural countries while experts and businesses say there is no other viable alternative. What is the future of Nepal in the era of Monsanto? Join world renowned environmental leader Vandana Shiva's lecture on the impact of free trade agreements and subsequent movements to safeguard seed freedom.
22 December, 3pm, The Shanker Hotel, Lajimpat
Climate+Change, an awe-inspiring educational science exhibition about climate change and Nepal's Himalaya. December to April, Nepal Art Council
Another month brings a host of activities at the Alliance Francais Centre
The shortest day, screenings of various French shorts on the occasion of the shortest day in the year. 21 December, 10.30am to 7.30pm
Playing on the earth, submit two photos to this competition and you just might end up being featured in a Parisian gallery. Submit by 24 December
Andromakers, the all girl duo charm you with their jingles. Rs 200, 13 January, 6pm, Café des Arts
Salut, be one of over 550,000 students all over the world to learn the French. Session starting on 27 January
http://www.alliancefrancaise.org.np/
Seed freedom, food freedom
Education for peace
For the seventh time, Nepathya is setting off on a nationwide tour to 10 new cities, this time with the aim of voicing the concerns of children.
20 December Abu Khaireni, Tanahun
22 December Myagdi, Beni
24 December Gagan Gaunda, Kaski
29 December Patan Darbar Square
nepalaya.com.np, (01)4412469/4437893
LOSAR
Nepal's communities celebrate the lunar new year in the following months.
30 December, Tamu Losar, Gurung New Year
15 January, Maghi Parba , Tharu cultural holiday
31 January, Sonam Losar, Tamang New Year
2 March, Gyalpo Losar, Tibetan New Year
Boudha Stupa Restaurant and Café, bide your time in the free wi-fi zone as you enjoy wood fired pizzas, home-made pastas and Tibetan gyakok, Boudha, 9841484408
Cafe Beyond, delicious, simplistic take on Korean main courses and snacks are a refreshing change. Bhaktapur Darbar Square
Bubbly Brunch, the best of
the Mediterranean in shawarma
and pasta.
Rs 1,100, 11am to 3pm, Shambala Garden and Club Sundhara, Hotel Shangri-la, Lajimpat, (01)4412999
ext. 7520, 7515
Chez Caroline, exquisite food, glorious sunshine and more. 9am to 10pm, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01)4263070/4187
Laskus Restaurant, welcome to the best taste your palates can get. Kathmandu Guest House, Thamel (01)4700800, info@ktmgh.com
Tass and Tawa, savour a wide variety of Nepali meat dishes and reserve your palate for the heavenly Chusta. Pulchowk, Kathmandu
Alfresco, for homemade pastas and other lip-smacking delights. Soaltee Crowne Plaza, (01)4273999
Little Italy, go vegetarian at this new Italian food chain and don’t forget to end your meal with the chef’s special,chocolate bomb. Darbar Marg
Chopstix, try the famous drums of heaven and other savoury Asian food cooked in true Chinese fashion sure to impress.
Kumaripati, (01)5551118
Pack my lunch, mother’s cooking delivered to your doorstep. 9803496546, www.facebook.com/packmylunchnepal
Golden Dragon, breathing fire, roasting duck. Jhamsikhel
Party!, celebrate Christmas with the makers of jazz music in Nepal, solos, combos, choir, food, and goodies.
Free entrance, 21 December, 12pm onwards, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory Jhamsikhel, (01)5013554, info@katjazz.com.np
www.katjazz.com.np
Christmas jam, live concert by Adrian Pradhan and Sabin Rai. 24 December, 6pm onwards, Tamarind Restro, Jhamsikhel and Embassy Restaurant, Panipokhari
Cadenza live, spend your Christmas Eve dancing to Afro-Nepali funk jazz.
Rs 500, 24 December, 8pm,
Jazz Upstairs, Lajimpat
Shastriya Sangeet, dabble in the magic of Hindustani classical music every new moon night. 1 January, 3.30pm, Ram Mandir, Battisputali
Dhulikhel Mountain Resort, turn a new leaf by taking advantage of New Year’s offer.
Per person with bed, breakfast & dinner, double/twin for Nepali/expats/foreigners at Rs 5,000/USD 75/USD 85 and single supplement for Nepalis/other nationals at Rs. NRS.1500/USD 15, taxes extra.
Reservation: (01)4420774/6, (011)490660, sales@dmrnepal.com, reservations@dmrnepal.com
Park Village Resort, take advantage of the Christmas offer for Nepalis and you just might win a two-day three-night stay in Pokhara.
24 December, Rs 2,499 for individuals, Rs 9,500 for couples
Glacier Hotel, good value and friendly service for travelers on the lap of Lake Phewa.
Gaurighat, Lakeside, Pokhara,
(61)-463722, www.glaciernepal.com
Waterfront Resort, spend your Christmas Eve at the lake city of Pokhara and you might win a trip to Bangkok. 24 December, Rs 1,999 per head, Rs 8,500 per couple