About Town
Archive: Week of
Events
Yin Yoga, A new moon meditation where the sound of a live violin will guide your spirit to dive into your deepest self. 20 March, 5.30pm to 7pm, Pranamaya Yoga Studio, Boudha, 9802045484, info@pranamaya-yoga.com, www.pranamaya-yoga.com
EU Film Fest, The fourth edition of the EU Film Festival has a selection of films from 19 different European countries. 21 to 25 March, QFX-Kumari Hall, Kamal Pokhari, (01)4429445, delegation-nepal@eeas.europa.eu
Curating 101, A workshop on dealing with local art production in relation to contemporary global processes. 21 March, 9am to 12.30pm, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, 9830608874, sanj33p@gmail.com
Holy mountains, A lecture by Belgian author and mountaineer, Damien François, about the sacredness of the Himalayas. 23 March, 5.30pm, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, (01)4472807, info@soscbaha.org
Barista training, Learn how to brew a perfect cup of coffee with Karma Coffee’s unique hand brewing equipment in a three-day workshop. Rs 1200 per session, 27 March, 17 and 24 April, 4pm to 6pm, Karma Coffee, Jhamsikhel, 9843767232, malika@karmacoffee.com.np
Momo mania, The biggest momo party of the year. Rs 899 (adults), Rs 599 (under SLC), 21 March, 2pm to 9pm, Bhrikuti Mandap, (01)5544263, (01)5546696, events@nanglo.com.np, www.thebakerycafe.com.np
Phantalassa, An exhibition of sound, video, drawing and photography by Mexican artist, Alain Ledezma, in residence at Mcube. Till 21 March, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)4218048, sthapa@mos.com.np
Trash-free Tundikhel, An awareness campaign against littering in public. 21 March, 8am to 10am, Tundikhel, (01)4226471, info@cleanupnepal.org.np, www.cleanupnepal.org.np
Critical Mass, Join a group of cyclists as they seek to reclaim the streets of Kathmandu on their monthly trip. 27 March, 5.30pm, Kathmandu Durbar Square, 9802024586, info@cyclecity.org.np
Women’s exhibition, Nine Nepali artists come together for a group exhibition. Till 30 April, Newa Chen Art Gallery, Kulimha, Kobahal, Patan, (01)5533532, www.kalavoice.com
La grande soirée, Celebrating the International French speaking Day with drama, culinary stands, an exhibition and a series of concerts including a performance by Joint Family Internationale. 20 March, 5.30pm, Alliance Française of Kathmandu, Tripureshwor, (01)4241163, general.afk@gmail.com
Music
Cancer night, A special concert with Kutumba, Rohit John Chettri and Ashesh Rai to raise funds for children battling cancer. Rs 2000, 20 March, 6pm, Moods Lounge, Blue Bird Mall, Tripureswor, 9813353423, 9841467697, rosefoundationnepal@gmail.com
Combos concert, KJC’s faculty, with Nepali guest musicians and students of the Nepal Jazz Workshop come together for a live concert. Rs 3000, 20 March, 7pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel, (01)5013554, sunita@katjazz.com.np, www.katjazz.com.np
March of Pigs, Progressive rock metal band, Kamero pre-launch their debut album The Absence Paradox with friends, Tumbleweed Inc, Vomiting Snake, Social Nerve and Horny Monks. 28 March, Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel, 9803719781
Sundance, An electronic dance music event with DJs from Nepal and Dubai. 4 April, 1pm onwards, 1905, Kantipath, 9803298511
Marina Xavier Live, Don't miss the charming Singaporean singer as she performs for the first time in Kathmandu. Rs 250, 20 March, 8pm, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com
The Immigrants live, From Argentine and Finnish tango to rare and evolving klezmer, this European trio promises a night of global sound. 20 March, 7.30pm, Places Restaurant and Bar, Thamel, (01)4700413, sanjukun7@gmail.com