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Temple run, Make your run exciting with Kathmandu Running Club and circle ancient temples in areas like Bhatbhateni, Naxal Bhagwati, Kamal Pokhari, Gyaneswor, Handigoan and Tangal. 16 July, 7 to 8 am, Bhatbhateni temple

Otaku next, Dress up as your favourite anime characters in the third edition of the Otaku Next Nepal Comic and Cosplay Convention. 30 July, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, Alliance Française, Teku, www.otakunext.com, Tickets: Rs 300 (entrance free for cosplayers), Rs 350 (on the day of the event)

Karnali dialogue, Mark your calendar for Prithvi Raj Ligal’s talk on ‘Karnali Area Development: A Strategic Framework’ as part of the monthly seminar series, Karnali Dialogue. 19 July, 3 pm onwards, Martin Chautari, Thapathali, (01) 4102243, 9849206303/ 9851001569

Kavre poetry slam, Enrol yourself in the Kavre Regional Slam, a poetry slam for youth aged 14 to 25, as part of the QC Awards 2016: National Poetry Slam. 30 July, 11 am to 2 pm, Banepa Village Resort, Janagal, (01) 5536974, Registration deadline: 18 July, Register at https://goo.gl/LCJIQB, Fee: Rs 100

Discussing restaurants, A moderated panel discussion with market experts for start-up and seasoned restaurateurs to discuss tips and tricks for sustaining their business. 15 July, 2.45 to 4.30 pm, Moods Restaurant and Banquet, Thapathali, (01) 4215740

Kathmandu Kora, Join hundreds of cycling enthusiasts and ride 50, 75, or 100 km to raise funds for a birthing centre in Nepal. 16 July, 7.30 am onwards, Mangalbazar, (01) 4412508, www.kathmandukora.net

KJC for kids, Choir group, movie time, wall climbing, music, games, dance and more for kids at the KJC Summer Camp for Kids. 25 July to 12 August, 10 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday, Ages: 5 to 11 years, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5013554

Design a tee, Bring out the creative in you and design a t-shirt with the theme ‘men and women should grow hand-in-hand’ during HACKDESIGN 2016. 23 July, 11 am to 4 pm, Leapfrog Academy, Dillibazar, (01) 6922971, Deadline: 20 July

Tedx Thamel, Get a chance to hear from eminent personalities like Bandana Rana, Bhumika Shrestha, Ishaan and Joseph Silvanus at the independently organised Ted event, TedxThamel. 23 July, 11 am to 1 pm, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, Tickets: Rs 500 (early bird), Rs 750 (regular)

Music mania, Hear the Chahana timi mero pop sensation Naren Limbu live, as part of the Live Musical Era 2016 hosted by Fem Nepal. 30 July, 7 pm to 4 am, The Victory Lounge, Durbar Marg, 9801031277/9802961570, Tickets: Rs 1,000

Reminiscing 50s, Sway to the tunes of the 50s with Kathmandu Cats and The Dirty Boogie Brass Band. 15 July, 8 pm onwards, Wicked Spoon, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5522968

Majipa live, Enjoy Friday night with Nepali hard rock band Majipa as they belt out some of their popular singles like Mukti and Birsideu. 15 July, 6.30 to 10 pm, Rato Mato Organics BBQ and Bistro, Lajimpat, (01) 4428576

Acoustic evening, Spend a musical evening listening to live acoustic tunes, accompanied by food and fashion. 15 July, 6 to 9 pm, Fashion Delicacy, Lazimpat, 9841982676

Reggae sundown, Tap to the beat of reggae music with the Nepali bands Cultivation and The Himalion as they belt out tunes of Cultivation’s debut album Plains, Hills and Mountains. 24 July, 10.45 am onwards, Club 25 Hours, Gahana Pokhari Marg