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Events
I was worth 50 sheep, a simple and moving story of Sabere, an Afgan girl and her family’s struggle to survive. 5 July, 6.45pm, Bikalpa Art Center, Arunthapa Chok, Jhamsikhel, (01)5013524
Government of Peace, a public lecture by Dr. Ranabir Samaddar, Director of the Calcutta Research Group. Free,5 July, 3 pm, Hotel Annapurna, Durbar Marg
Meet and Greet, an interactive session with Anil Chitrakar, author of Take the Lead-Nepal's Future has Begun. Rs 500, 5 July, 5pm, Salt & Pepper Restolounge, Pokhara, Reservation: 463484
Troubadours-Poetry on the move, enjoy a poetic evening with verses of Madhav Prasad Ghimire, Majul Nepal, Manu Majil and many more. 5 July, 5.30pm onwards, Imageark Gallery, Kulimha Tole, Lalitpur, (01) 5006665
Biggest Yes+ course, build up your confidence, clear your mind, learn to concentrate, and manage time . 1 to 6 July, 6 to 9 am or 3 to 6 pm, United World Trade Centre, Tripureswor
Cinemandu, watch Nepali movie Sanghuro and interact with the makers and the cast after screening. 5 July, 4pm, Nepal Bharat Library, Nepal Airlines Building, New Road Gate
It's a Slam, seven slam poets battle it out for the title of Slammer. 6 July, 1 to 4 pm, The Yellow House Sanepa
Book collection, help Phan Nepal collect educational materials for the youths of 5 districts. July 14, 7 to 8.30 am, Santwona Multiple Campus, Shantinagar, Public Health Action Nepal
Raw Barz, be a part of the first rap battle league. Rs 200,6 July, 2pm, Peri Peri Restaurant, Sanepa, www.facebook.com
Paintball Battle, show off your skills in the ultimate paintball battle. Rs 500, 13 July, The Target Arena, Sanepa
Cook book, learn to cook authentic Indian cuisine, tips and tricks for everyday cooking and interact with food enthusiasts and experts. Rs 1500, 10 July, 1 to 3pm, The Yellow Chilli, Tripureshwor, for registration: 9808060131/9803226840
AI and Storytelling, meet people from various walks of life, explore and discuss the role of the Nepali media in facilitating the changing political scenario of Nepal. 14 to 18 July, 11am to 2 pm, Sindhuli, Nepal
Motor Rally, ride your way from Kathmandu to Pokhara in a treasure hunt and get a chance to win a free trip for two to Thailand. Rs 9,999, 13 to 14 July, Ford Service Station, Swoyambu, register till 5 July, www.facebook.com
Strobist Photography workshop, take out your DSLRs and explore the studio world with Ganga Sagar Rai. Rs 5000, 7 to 12 July, 7 to 9.30am, Folio Magazine - Studio, Dhalko, (01)4244348
Cycle for a cause
Kathmandu Cycle City 2020, Cycle City Network Nepal is raising funds for Lokmaya, a 9 month old little girl from Butwal suffering from anal atresia. Lokmaya will be operated at the Green City Hospital.
KCC 2020 is organising a cycle rally to help the financially deprived family pay for the child’s education and further health support. The cycle stand at the Green City Hospital will also be inaugurated at the event. Donations are welcome.
Registration fees: Rs 100
Date: 6 July 2013
Time: 8 am
Meeting point: Green City Hospital, Basundhara
Route: Green City Hospital- Kalanki- Ekantakuna- Jawalakhel- Bricks Café Kupondole
Reaching out
With the aim to help the flood victims in Darchula, Bardiya and Kailali, Himalayan Climate Initiative’s Youth platform- The Gen-nep in collaboration with Television Artist Federation of Nepal (TAFON) is organising a 10-day fund raising campaign.
The campaign which is set to begin from 6 July aims to collect funds both in cash and kind through a series of fundraising events in schools and colleges and musical events in Kathmandu. The collected funds will be handed over to Nepal Red Cross Society.
Date: 6 July
Venue: Basantapur, Kathamandu
Time: 2 to 6 pm
www.gennep.org
Cinemas
Lootera
QFX Civil Mall 1: 9:30AM, 12:45PM, 4:00PM, 7:15PM
QFX Jai Nepal: 8:45AM, 12:00PM, 3:15PM, 6:30PM
QFX Kumari 2: 8:30AM, 2:45PM, 6:00PM, 9:00PM
QFX Civil Mall 3: 8:45AM
Raanjhanaa
QFX Kumari 2: 11:30AM
QFX Civil Mall 2: 11:30AM
Monster University 3D
QFX Civil Mall 3: 8:30AM, 11:00AM, 4:15PM, 6:30PM
QFX Kumari 1: 3:30PM, 6:00PM, 8:45PM
QFX Civil Mall 2: 8:00PM
World War Z 3D
QFX Kumari 1: 12:30PM
QFX Civil Mall 2: 9:00AM, 2:30PM, 5:00PM
QFX Civil Mall 3: 1:15PM
Reviews by Sophia Pande
To read the review click on the film.
QFX Civil Mall: Te Bahal, Kathmandu. Phone No: 1-4442220
QFX Jai Nepal: 317 Narayanhiti Marg, Kathmandu. Phone No: 1-4442220
QFX Kumari 2: Kamal Pokhari, Kathmandu. Phone No: 1-4442220
Email : http://info@qfxcinemas.com
Music
Monkey Temple Live, listen to songs from their second album Shades of Grey and covers of Incubus, Wolfmother among others. 5 July, 7.45pm, Irish Pub, Lajimpat
Disharmony, bang your heads to the loudest, noisiest and heaviest musical extravaganza, a combination of hardcore, death metal and alternative rock. Rs 200, 7 July, 2pm, Tamu Dhi, Naya Bajar, Kathmandu, www.facebook.com/events/418470058256035/
House of Music, a musical evening in the company of Kutumba feat Hari Maharjan with a special performance by world renowned Bansuri player Manose Singh. Rs 300, 6 July, 7.30 pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172
Drummer's day out, watch drummers take the center stage. Rs 100, 13 July, 2.30 pm onwards, Moksh Bar, Patan
Temple Tree Resort and Spa, a peaceful place to stay, complete with a swimming pool, massage parlour, and sauna, it’ll be hard to leave the premises once you enter. Gaurighat, Lakeside, (61)465819
Charikot Panorama Resort, enjoy mountain views and local culture in the historic town of Charikot. Special packages on offer. Charikot, Dolakha, 01-5529463, thapamaag@gmail.com
Dhulikhel Mountain Resort, announces summer bonanza offer. Make the resort your home for a price you can't beat. Dhulikhel, (011)490114/494 Himalaya Wellness Centre, enjoy relaxing yoga, detox and Ayurveda treatments and retreats every day under one roof and get 10 per cent off on all Ayurvedic treatments. Park Village Hotel, Budhanilkantha, 98010 66 661