Events
Real School of Nepal, cheer for your school at the grand finals of Real School of Nepal. 25 September, Budhanilkantha School, Kathmandu
Nepal's heritage talk, enjoy an interesting lecture by Axel Plathe, UNESCO representative to Nepal, on managing the country's natural and cultural heritage during a time of rapid change. Rs100 for members, Rs250 for non-members, tea or coffee included, 26 September, 6 pm, Shankar Hotel, Lazimpat
NADA auto show 2012, check out the latest cars and motorbikes in town and see if you can strike a deal. Rs50, Rs100, 19 to 23 September, 10 am to 6 pm, Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu
Battlefield, team up with your friends for the ultimate paintball game and vanquish rest of the pretenders for a Rs25,000 cash bounty. 21 to 22 September, 12pm onwards, Sanepa, Lalitpur, 9841339302, 5013057
Photography workshop, Canon School of Imaging is offering amateurs an opportunity to enhance their skills and gain in-depth knowledge on the nuances of digital photography. Rs4500, 1 to 10 October, 5.15 to 7.15 pm, Maitri Bhawan, New Road, 2083206, 2013186, [email protected], register by 30 September
Bhaktapur Street Festival, celebrate the centuries-old cultural artistry of Bhaktapur. 22 September, Bhaktapur Darbar Square
Indra Jatra at Red Lakhey, celebrate one of the most cherished festivals in the Valley with traditional music, lakhey dances, homemade aila, and the best of Newari cuisine. Rs350 for children, Rs750 for adults, 29 September, Red Lakhey Restro and Bar, Darbar Marg, 4257705
Social entrepreneurship bazar 2012, sample the products, services, and ideas of social entrepreneurs from across Nepal and enjoy culinary delights, and the arts and music from across Asia. 4 to 6 October, 9 am to 4 pm, Babarmahal Revisited, 01-4462254, 9813198453, changefusionnepal.org
Every donor is a hero, contribute to saving human lives at this nationwide blood donation campaign. 21 September, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Nepalganj, Bharatpur, 9849151877
Cycle for Tourism, brave the heat and cycle for two days from Kathmandu to Sauraha on a tour led by cyclist Pushkar Shah in order to promote domestic tourism and cycling culture. 27 to 29 September, 9803607694, 9841876696, [email protected]
Inheriting statelessness, an exhibition of paintings by Saroj Bajracharya along with the book launch of Future of History. 21 September to October 5, Park Gallery, Pulchowk, 9803187665
Japanese culture exchange program, a showcase of dance, music, arts, and documentary to raise funds for children's home. Rs 500, 21 September, 6 to 8.30 pm, Patan Darbar Museum, Patan, [email protected]
Weaving art and change in Nepal, featuring limited edition of carpets, sculptures, books, and paintings and a talk program by Isabella Holding on 26 September. 23 September to 7 October, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal, 4218048, 4438979
Music
Rock the Valley, catch Nepali Rock legends Cobweb and various artists perform as an acoustic ensemble for the first time. Rs300, 29 September, 6.30 pm, 1905 Restaurant, Thamel, 9841849786, 9801026507
Special Night at Delic�s, for the last time this year, Hari Maharjan and Daniel Givone bring you gypsy jazz. 21 September, 8 pm, Delic�s de France Restaurant, Thamel, 4260326, 9803818253, [email protected]
All Nepal battle of the bands, see if you can hit the right notes at this nation-wide music competition. Rs5000, auditions on 6 October, 9841779176, 9803750550
Dining
Byanjan, enjoy great food at an affordable price. Shrimp cocktails, grilled fish, and desserts are favourites among guests. Lakeside, Pokhara
No Name Restaurant, friendly ambience with palatable dishes, try its delicious momochas. Putalisadak
Hadock, big compound with ample parking space, its western and Thakali dishes are done to perfection. Jhamel, 5546431
Delic�s de France, take advantage of its discounted prices for a-la-carte and cash bar, and indulge in the limited specials menu. Booking necessary for dinner. Delic�s de France Restaurant, Thamel, 4260326, 9803818253, [email protected]
Sizzler promotion, enjoy mouthwatering sizzlers at the Terrace Garden. Rs777, Runs until 31 September, 1 to 9 pm, Radisson Hotel, Kathmandu, 4411818
Peri Peri, home of legendary Portugese flamed grilled chicken, enjoy dishes served with the trademark piri piri sauce. Jhamsikhel, 9808563803
Sarangkot Fordays Restaurant, have a Sarangkot special breakfast while enjoying spectacular views of the Himalaya. Sarangkot, Pokhara, 061-696920, 9817136896
Fuji Bakery, tucked in Chakupat, the bakery offers homemade goodies like apple pie, pain du chocolat, and banana cake. Chakupat
Shambaling Hotel, this newly opened hotel promises a fine dining experience. Boudha
Getaways
The Last Resort, choose a bungy jump over the Bhote Khosi river 160 metres below, mountain bike up to the Tibetan border, and relax with great food and cold beer at the Instant Karma bar before retiring to deluxe safari tents. The Last Resort Sales Office, Mandala Street, Thamel, 4700525, www.thelastresort.com
Grand Norling Hotel, countryside weekend package offering suite rooms, swimming, gym, massage, and discounts on other facilities. Gokarna, 4910193
Raniban Retreat, situated at the other end of the Phewa lake and nested inside the Raniban forest and the World Peace Stupa, this retreat has one of the best views of the Annapurna range, Phewa lake, and Pokhara. World Peace Pagoda, Pokhara, 977-61-692136, 9841382053
Catch the literary bug
After the success of last year's literary event, Ncell and The Bookworm Trust are back with the second edition of Ncell Nepal Literature Festival. Aiming to attract up to 10,000 visitors, the festival will feature 90 eminent writers from Nepal and abroad. Meet your favourite men and women of letters and take part in lively discussions, poetry recitals, book launches, and signings. Also included are interactive talks ranging from children's literature to the economy.
20 to 23 September, Nepal Academy Hall, Kamaladi
20 September, 5 to 6 pm,
'Almost single', Jharana Bajracharya in conversation with Advaita Kala
21 September, 11am to 12pm,
'Media speak: how media talks to us', moderator Narayan Wagle
12 to 1 pm
'Lucknow boy', Yubaraj Ghimire in conversation with Vinod Mehta 4 to 5 pm
'Rewriting myth', Amish Tripathi
22 September, 12 to 1 pm
'Plagiarism: from academia to journalism' 3 to 4 pm
'The Outlook Years', Kunda Dixit in conversation with Vinod Mehta
23 September, 3 to 4 pm
'The beat generation', Abhi Subedi in conversation with Sunil Gangopadhyay 5 to 6 pm
'The three pillar economy: mantra for prosperity?', Ram Sharan Mahat, Yubraj Khatiwada, Pradeep Kumar Shrestha, and Jhalak Subedi, moderator Kiran Nepal
