Namo Buddha pilgrimage
Namo Buddha pilgrimage, Embark on a one-day pilgrimage tour to Namo Buddha, a monastery located in Kavre district. 18 February, 7.30 am to 5 pm, Meeting point: 7.30 am at Ratna Park, For more details: 9841454462/9841326364/9808799589, blossomexpeditions@gmail.com
photoNepal Do not miss out on the photo exhibition by Naresh Kusi and Geraldine Werhahn showcasing pictures of Humla as part of the #photoNepal series. 3-5 February, Nepal Tourism Board, Exhibition Road, (01) 4256909
Japanese films, Learn more by immersing yourself in the culture of the Japanese during this film festival. 3 & 4 February, Pokhara Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Gaira Patan, Pokhara, Free Entry, 10 & 11 February, Army Officer’s Club, Sundhara, Passes available at Embassy of Japan, Panipokhari and JALTAN office, Exhibition Road, (01) 4426680, www.np.emb-japan.go.jp
Farmer’s market, For organic local food, chef brunches and wide green spaces visit farmer’s market at Le Sherpa and Yellow House. Every Saturday, 8 am to 12 pm, LeSherpa, Lajimpat, Every Sunday, 9 am to 12 pm, Yellow House, Sanepa, (01) 5522078
Children’s literature, Book stalls, workshops, shows, talks and more at this year’s edition of the Bal Sahitya Mahotsav, an annual children’s literature festival organised by Rato Bangala Group of Institutions. 18 February, 10 am to 5 pm, Rato Bangala School, Patan Dhoka, www.bsmnp.org
Women of the World, Mark your calendars for Women of the World festival, a one day festival to celebrate women and girls featuring talks, workshops, performances and more. 18 February, 11 am to 8 pm, Staff College, Jawalakhel, (01) 4410798, http://bit.ly/2hfe6v8
Kathak night, A musical dance concert featuring kathak dancer Shikha Khare and dancers of Nritya Aagan accompanied by classical music maestro Rabin Lal Shrestha. 10 February, 4 to 6.30 pm, Nepal Academy Hall, (01) 4221283
Pinkathon, Gear up for the Kathmandu Pinkathon, a women only event, and choose to run in 3km, 5km, 10km or 21 km run to promote and encourage women empowerment. 24 February, 7 to 11 am, Dasarath Rangashala Stadium, Tripureshwor, www.kathmandupinkathon.com
Festival management, Train with facilitator Amy Walker and learn how to manage a festival with a social focus, a three-day workshop organised by Kathmandu Triennale. 6 to 8 February, 2 to 6 pm, British Council, Lajimpat, Apply: https://goo.gl/forms/DTTgXWvPKqaLWE9x2
Self defence, Participate in self defence classes for women with Romee Giri, fourth dan and young national referee of taekwondo. 25 February, 10 am to 1 pm, RSTCA, Lajimpat, Tickets: form.jotform.me/60151655603449 , (01) 4426258