Go take a hike
Go take a hike Gear up for a hike to Ranikot starting from Lankuri Bhanjyang, going through lush forest and finally reaching the top to get a view of the Himalayas and Kathmandu Valley. 24 June, Meeting point: Bhrikuti Mandap Exhibition Hall Complex, Rs 900 (for those without t-shirts), Rs 400 (for those with t-shirts), (01)4266559
Poetrybug, Poetry lovers unite for a day full of lively discussions on ‘These Fine Lines’ poetry anthology, followed by a live poetry reading session. 24 June, 2 to 4 pm, Yala Mandala, Kwalkhu Road, Patan, Registration: https://goo.gl/nbdMNh
Watching Israel, Don’t miss the opportunity to watch selected Israeli films at the 11th Israeli Film Festival. Moviegoers can choose from two films that will be screened for three days. 28 to 30 June, 2.30 pm and 5.30 pm, OR2K Restaurant, Lakeside, Pokhara, http://embassies.gov.il/kathmandu
Mud fest, Celebrate this rice-planting festival by getting soaked in the rain, playing in the mud and mingling with locals. Includes a Newari fest at the end of the day. 24 June, 7 am to 3 pm, Khokana, Rs1950 for adults, Rs 999 for children, free for children below 4, http://www.socialtours.com
Vocal workshop, Register to learn singing techniques from renowned jazz vocalist Diandra Danieli, hosted by Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory. 5 July to 30 August, (01) 5013554 http://www.katjazz.com.np/vocal-teacher-diandra-danieli/
Bootcamp, Participate in readings and discussions on different pedagogical ideas, theories and methodologies in a workshop led by Niranjan Kunwar. 1 to 29 July, Quixote’s Cove, Jawalakhel, Rs 5000, (01)5536974
Kathmandu Kora, Join hundreds of cycling enthusiasts and ride 50, 75, or 100 km to raise funds for a cycling trail in the Bungamati Area of Kathmandu Valley. 15 July, 7 am onwards Patan Darbar Square https://www.facebook.com/ktmkora/
Artist in residence, Attend the seventh season of artist in residence with works of artists CC Chang and Chen Siao Chi of Taiwan, Kapil Mani Dixit of Nepal and Jupiter Pradhan of Nepal on display. 23 to 30 June, Gallery MCUBE, Lalitpur www.gallerycube.com
Inviting submissions,
Submit your documentaries for the 11th edition of Film Southasia to be held in Kathmandu from 2-5 November 2017.
Deadline 15 July,
http://www.filmsouthasia.org/film south asia