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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 to Tewa for a fund to support women. 23 September, 6 to 7.30 pm, Nepal Army Club, Bhadrakali, www.sushilaartsacademy.com
Mero Chowk, An exhibition and fair of poetry, photography, videography and stories based on research of the greater Patan Area, exploring concepts of belongingness, identity and change. 23 to 25 September, Tajaa Pha, The Heritage Home, Patan, (01) 5533770
Farmer’s market, For organic local food, chef brunches and wide green spaces visit farmer’s market at Le Sherpa and Yellow House. Every Saturday, 8 am to 12 pm, LeSherpa, Lajimpat, Every Sunday, 9 am to 12 pm, Yellow House, Sanepa, (01) 5522078
Breast Cancer awareness, Participate in a ‘Walkathon’ organised by Rose Foundation Nepal to raise awareness about breast cancer and promote breast self-examination. 22 October, 8.30 am to 3 pm, Starts at Patan Darbar Square and ends at Jawalakhel football ground, 9813688226/9803557302/9849035012, rosefoundationnepal.org
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
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
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
BAC Mela, Local products, foodstuff 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
Go green, Pick tree saplings of Rudraksha, Jacaranda, Ficus Benjamina, Camphora or Kaiyo from the 1080 Chandra Gurung Conservation Foundation give away and make your city green. Followed by performances in Moksh by 1974 AD and Word Warriors. 24 September, 3 to 6pm (Collect saplings), Natural History Museum, Swoyambhu, Tickets: Rs 999, Rs 499 (Students), www.cgcf.org.np
Music
Pop night, Spend a musical Saturday evening listening to Nepali pop sensation Nabin K Bhattarai. 24 September, 7 to 11 pm, Trisara, Lajimpat, (01) 4410200
Unwind with Ciney, Enjoy listening to one of Nepal’s most popular singers perform live. Every Friday, 7 pm onwards, Shambala Garden Café, Hotel Shangri-La, Lajimpat, Rs 2000 per person, (01) 4412999 Extn. 7520,7508.
Bass Day, 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
Open mic night, Grab the mic and sing your heart out at House of Music every Tuesday. House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172
Music mania, Gear up for the third edition of Blackout Pride Phase featuring bands like Ugrakarma, Taamishra, Absorb, Undifined Human and more. 12 November, 12 to 6 pm, Thamel Reggae Bar, Thamel