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Events
Ride to Khokana, Contribute to restoring Nepal’s cultural heritage by participating in a cycle ride program from Kasthamandap to Khokana, organised by the Khokana Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Committee. 20 September, 7 am onwards, Price: Rs 600
KtmWalks Kilagal, Enjoy a vehicle free Kilagal and be part of the heritage walk, an open forum, pilukisi dance, cultural programs, games, food stalls and other fun activities. 17 September, 7 am to 7 pm, Kilagal, ktmwalks.wordpress.com
Godavari Running, Choose from a variety of activities: an obstacle race, trail running, ultra run or basketball and spend your day outdoors. 24 September, 11 am onwards, Godavari Football Ground, 9841298400/9841729965
Yin yoga, Calm your mind with an hour of yin-inspired yoga followed by a singing bowl session. 1 October, 6.30 to 8 am, Sooriya Wellness Yoga Studio, sooriyawellness@gmail.com, Fee: Rs 1,500
BAC Mela, Local products, foodstuffs and a second-hand garage sale plus entertainment for the whole family at BAC’s monthly mela. 24 September, 1 pm onwards, BAC Art Cafe, Pulchok, 9851147776
Piano lessons, Register for jazz piano lessons and get to know about jazz theory, harmony, improvisation, and composition with Indian musician and jazz pianist Shanoi. Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5013554
Art exhibition, Attend an art exhibition by artist Shyam Lal Shrestha titled ‘Images Through Time II’. Till 7 October, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01) 4218028/4433930
Fashion photography, Learn the tricks and trade of fashion photography with Sanjog Rai in a three-day workshop. Profits will be given to charity. 16 to 18 September, Evoke Café & Bistro, Jhamsikhel, 9851111051, Registration: Rs 6500, On the spot registration: Rs 7000
Rhythm and soul, Enjoy an evening of Kathak and Flamenco performances by well known artists like Subima Shrestha and Maradee de Guzman. All proceeds go towards Tewa for a fund to support women. 23 September, 6 to 7.30 pm, Nepal Army Club, Bhadrakali, www.sushilaartsacademy.com
Go green, Pick tree saplings of Rudraksha, Jacaranda, Ficus Benjamina, Camphora or Kaiyo from the 1080 Chandra Gurung Conservation Foundation is giving away and make your city green. Followed by performances in Moksh. 24 September, 3 to 6pm (Collect saplings), Natural History Museum, Swoyambhu, Tickets: Rs 999, Rs 499 (Students), www.cgcf.org.np
Music
Kutumba live, Tap along the beat of soul-stirring music, as Kutumba performs live. 16 September, 6 pm onwards, Patan Museum
Edge Band Live, Unwind with the popular Edge Band on a Saturday evening as they belt out some of their hits like Nachodnu yo sath, Kasari and Mero Aashu. 17 September, 7 pm onwards, Karma Bar & Lounge, Tripureshor,9803652949/9810154429/9808607891
Jazz night, Enjoy a jazz night alongside celebrations of the opening of Trans Culture Camp, an open studio and exhibition of the work created in community outreach camps in Gorkha and Kathmandu. 17 September, 6.30 pm onwards, BAC Art Cafe, Pulchok, 9851147776
Bass Day, Get to meet and listen to some of the well known bass players from around the city. 24 September, 2 pm onwards, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172
Gharana Music Festival, Mark your calendars for the second edition of the international classical music festival organised by the Gharana Music Foundation. Read more on Page 7. 14 to 18 September at Hotel Yak and Yeti, 17 September, 4 pm, at Tangalwood, Tangal, 9813284480 / 9851006246,www.gharanamusicfoundation.org, Tickets: Rs 700 (general admission), Rs 250 (students), Rs 2,000 (four-concert package)