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Celebrate nature, This World Environment Day, join the masses as they come out on the streets to mark the day dedicated to Mother Nature. 5 June
Climate Change, Attend a photography exhibition on climate change by photographers Kishor Sharma and Narendra Mainali. More on pages 8-9. 3 to 5 June, 9am to 4pm, Nepal Tourism Board, Bhrikutimandap
Go organic, Get your hands on fresh farm produce, juices, coffee and all things organic at the Farmer’s Market in Bu Keba. 4 June, 7am to 12pm, Bu Keba, Lalitpur, (01) 5524368
The Little Prince, Don’t miss out on Studio 7’s musical based on A.S. Exupery’s famed novel The Little Prince. 27 May to 12 June, 7pm onwards, every Friday to Sunday, Hotel Vajra, (01) 4271545, Rs 1000 & Rs 500 (for students)
Basketball in wheelchairs, Cheer six male and three female teams on as they participate in a wheelchair basketball league championship organised by ENGAGE, with the support of the Swiss Embassy and Turkish Airlines. Until 9 July, Army Physical Training or Sports Centre-Lagankhel, 9813053115, info.engagenepal@gmail.com or engagenepal@gmail.com
Cycle for environment, Take part in a cycle rally organised by Kathmandu Cycle City 2020 and Cycle City Network Nepal to mark World Environment Day 2016. 4 June, 7am onwards, Jawalakhel, Bhrikutimandap, info@cyclecity.org.np
Hidden treasures, An exhibition of photographs and portraits of the Ranas from the private collection of Kamala Lama. Till 13 June, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01) 4218048/4433930
Design Meet, Attend the third edition of the Design Meet and seize the chance to learn the tricks of the trade in graphic design. 4 June, 8.30 am onwards, 8 Degrees, Jhamsikhel, gd977.com
Heritage walk, Explore the alleyways of Patan in a heritage walk organised by the Rotaract Club of Kupondole and Know Your Heritage. 11 June, 8 am onwards, Mangalbazar, 9849592287, www.rckopundol.org.np
Music
Ciney Gurung live, Fine dining, with Ciney Gurung serenading for you. Rs 2,000 nett per person. very Friday, 7pm onwards, Shambala Garden Cafe, Hotel Shangri-La, (01) 4412999
Music and art, An amalgamation of music and live art featuring contemporary artist Sadhu X paired with melodious tunes by Irina and her band members. Rs 200, 4 June, 6.30 to 9.30pm, Base Camp, Jhamsikhel, 9818204874
Top of the World Festival, Join the Top of the World Festival at Jiri with music and art, held in celebration of Buddha Jayanti. Tickets available at www.rocknrollnepal.com. 4 to 5 June, 11am onwards, Jiri, Dolakha
Tribute to Slayer, Vomiting Snakes gets together with some of the big names in the Nepali music scene to pay tribute to the late Jeff Hanemman, Slayer’s guitarist. 18 June, 2pm, Purple Haze, Thamel, Rs 300 (advance sale), Rs 500 (door sale)
Rock’estival, Veteran music artists come together with newcomers in the industry to relive the glory days of rock and roll music. Rs 1,500 (advance sale), Rs 2,000 (door sale), 4 June, 7 to 11.30pm, The Victory Lounge, Durbarmarg