Events

WCN nature and wildlife photography competition, take photos of flora, fauna, landscape, macro, and human interaction with nature to promote awareness and interest in conservation. Deadline 31 October, forms available at
www.wcn.org.np

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, workshop@canon-nepal.com, register by 30 September

Indra Jatra at Red Carpet, celebrate one of the most cherished festivals in the Valley with traditional music, lakhey dances, homemade aila, Newari cuisine, and paintings by the renowned sculptor Vijay Maharjan. Rs 350 for children, Rs 750 for adults, 28 September, 4 pm, Red Carpet Restro and Bar, Darbar Marg, 4257705

Lalitpur business expo, featuring arts, handicraft, garments, agro products and the best from Lalitpur's commercial enterprises. 27 September to 2 October, 10 am to 6 pm, Jawalakhel Football Ground, 5005044

Ekadeshma, the Manhattan Short Film festival comes to Nepal and will feature international as well as Nepali shorts and also discussions on film. 6 to 7 October, 12.30 pm to 7 pm, Nepal Tourism Board, Bhrikuti Mandap

Mekclub dogathon, walk your canine companions from Tinkune to Babar Mahal and get free rabies tests for your dogs. 28 September, 7.30 am to 12 pm, Tinkune

A good talk, Daniel Menaker who has been editor at Random House, Harper Collins and the New Yorker will give insight on the art of writing and editing. 2 to 3 October, 9 am to 12 pm, Union House, Anamnagar, 5536974, register by 28 September

Corporate five-a-side futsal tournament, take your business rivalries to the pitch. Rs 4500, 12 to 14 October, Futsal Arena, GAA Hall, Thamel, 9849718836, 9841817298

Social entrepreneurship bazar 2012, sample the products, services, and ideas of social entrepreneurs from across Nepal and enjoy culinary delights and arts and music from across Asia. 4 to 6 October, 9 am to 4 pm, Babarmahal Revisited, 4462254, 9813198453, changefusionnepal.org

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, nepal.wcf@gmail.com

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

Misic

Paleti with Pawan Golay, be charmed by the soothing voice of this singer from Darjiling. 28 September, 5.30 pm, 4212469, 4412395, 9851026266, Nepalaya r-sala

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

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

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

Thik Thak Restaurant, this restaurant boasts live fish from the lake which means the fish dishes are always fresh and delicious. Lakeside, Pokhara

New Dish, grab filling meals like pork momos, spring rolls and chop seuys with excellent value for money. Khicchapokhari

Shangri-La Kitchen, cook your own Gyakok at this newly opened restaurant. Hotel Tibet International, Boudha

Yellow Chilli, enjoy renowned Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor's signature Indian delicacies and variety of other mouthwatering delicacies. Thapathali

Fuji Bakery, tucked in Chakupat this bakery offers homemade goodies like apple pie, pain du chocolat and banana cake. Chakupat, Lalitpur

Kotetsu, authentic Japanese dishes that cater to your needs and taste buds. Lazimpat

Getaways

Saturday nights at Borderlands, spend the weekend at the riverside resort and treat yourself to live music, BBQ, and more. Rs 2100, 29 September, 2 pm, Borderlands Eco Adventure, Sindhupalchok, 4381314, 4381425

Hotel Heritage, enjoy the exquisite architecture and traditional ambience, but make sure to book your rooms online with NepalSutra. Bhaktapur, 01-6611628, info@nepalsutra.com

Balthali Village Resort, a small, cosy retreat with a bird's eye view of the green terrace fields dotted with ochre painted houses. Balthali, Kabhre, 9851075818

Amazing Amazon in Kathmandu

In 2010 the Colombian artist Nicolas Van Hemelrick decided to take a bike ride to the source of the Amazon River and from there began a five-month journey to its delta in the Atlantic Ocean. The images of what he saw along the way are being exhibited over the weekend in Kathmandu in a show brought here by the Colombian Embassy.

The exhibition 'Amazing Amazon' explores the unique way of life from the rainforest, the so-called 'lungs of the world'. Consultant for the exhibit, Prasiit Sthapit, says: "We rarely get to see images from South America, apart from what's on tv. The nature in Nepal and Colombia have a lot in common, they are very diverse."

The exhibition has already toured India, stopping at Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai in 2010. After Nepal, 'Amazing Amazon' will be heading to Bangladesh.

The exhibition runs from 29-30 of September at The Park Gallery in Pulchok, Lalitpur, 5522307

Vo'yage

Thank the lord of monsoon on Indra Jatra by joining the biggest party in town at Basantapur Darbar Square this Sunday. First, take a leisurely stroll from Kumari Temple through Ason to Indrachok and work up an appetite. Then join rest of the devotees, masked dancers, and fellow partiers in front of the Taleju Temple for a massive Newari feast served on traditional leaf plates by a group of abused Newari housewives turned businesswomen while drinking copious amounts of aila and thwo.

30 September, tour starts at 2.30 pm and the feast begins from 6.30 pm onwards
Feast and tour: Rs 1,500
Feast only: Rs 850
Children below ten: half price
Children below four: free
For tickets: info@socialtours.com or voye@socialtours.com
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