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Exhibition on Everest, a photography exhibition by Jeff Botz which showcases Mount Everest in its true glory. 26 April to 26 May, 9.30 am to 5pm, Image Ark Studio, Kulimha Tole, Patan

World Fair Trade Day, exhibition of handicraft and agro food products by 40 FTG Nepal members. Visit food stalls serving typical Newari cuisine. 19 May, 10am to 5pm, Baithak Event Venue, Tripureshwor

Master Harold and the Boys, explore a beautiful play by Athol Fugard set in the apartheid era of South Africa. Rs 200 (students) and Rs 500 (adults),Tickets can be purchased from Dhokaima Cafe (Patan Dhoka), Bookworm (Jhamsikhel or Radisson Hotel (Lazimpat), 25 to 26 May and 1 to 3 June, 5.30 pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel, 9808554122

Buddhism in Russia, an exhibition by the Russian Centre of Science and Culture and Lumbini Buddist University. 27 April to 27 May, 10am to 5pm, Russian Centre of Science and Culture

Sattya in Pokhari, If you find yourself in Pokhara in the coming weeks, be sure to visit Sattya and take part in their numerous workshops and film screenings. 16 May to 30 May, Freedom Café, Lakeside, Pokhara

Modern Metamorphoses, a modern take on one of the most renowned Latin poems, Ovid's Metamorphoses. Rs 800 (including tea), every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 4 May to 20 May, 7.15 pm, Hotel Vajra, 4271545, vajra@mos.com.np

The New Faces of Tibet, Spanish artist Andrea Lopez Iglesias' presents a brave new look on Tibet. 11 May to 24 May, 11am to 5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, Babar Mahal

Degaa Saturday Music Nights, enjoy live performances every Saturday with bands like Upendra and Friends who will serenade you while you relish Degaa's special Newari food. 28 April to 19 May, 7pm to 10pm, Degaa Restro Lounge, 5008679

Rewind at Trishara, take a break this Friday with a revamped menu, cocktails and great music. 18 May, 6.45 pm, Trishara Restaurant, Lazimpat

Karaoke Night, a karaoke night to support Alay Nepal's fund raiser along with Filipino Community Nepal for underprivileged, adopted children in Budhanilkantha. Rs 400, 19 May, 3pm onwards, 8 degrees, Jhamsikhel