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Empowering league, Support your favorite basketball team at the Turkish Airlines ENGAGE Empowering League organised to sustain physical and mental wellbeing of players with physical disabilities. 27 May (opening day) to 1 June, National Army Sport Training Center, Lagankhel, 984-34-99-639, bharat.engage@gmail.com

The LGBTI tales, Book seats to watch The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later, a play adapted to stories of Nepal's LGBTI community. The iconic hate crime is based on the story of Matthew Shepherd in Laramie, USA. 19-28 May, Nepal Tourism Board, Rs 200-750 980 1192690

Everest Green, Be a part of discussion with Everest Green team to learn about mountain environment awareness. 30 May, 6 pm Alliance Francaise de Kathmandu 9808418422

Living heritage Join Simrik Atelier as it celebrates its 8th anniversary with a painting exhibition by Lok Chitrakar and special musical performance by Vishal Bhattarai, Inoue So and Mukesh Shakya 27-29 May, 12 pm onwards Simrik Atelier, Patan Dhoka (01) 5528810

Bird watching, Celebrate this year's World Enviornment Day by watching bird and walking in the nature. 27 May, 7 am, Pani Muhan, Shivapuri, 9851156280

Coffee queries For interesting business ideas and experiences, entrepreneurs, students and start-ups can participate in Monday morning coffee queries. 29 May, 9-11 am Bodhi Books and Bakes, Maharajgunj http://www.clockb.com/events/71

Kora Cycling Join hundreds of cycling enthusiasts and ride 50, 75, or 100 km to raise funds for a cycling trail in the Bungamati Area of Kathmandu valley. 15 July, 7 am onwards Patan Darbar Square https://www.facebook.com/ktmkora/

Mini-retreat, Renew your energies through mindfulness and meditation practice under the guidance of Elena Dokun Dakmo. 27 May, 10am-2pm Hotel Mandala, Boudha Rs 2900 (without lunch) Rs 3,600 (with lunch) dokundakmo@gmail.com

Crossing borders, An exhibition featuring the works of Korean artist Hyun Ju Kim and printmakers from Australia, Nepal and Pakistan. 28 May-18 June Siddhartha Art Gallery (01) 4218048

Pataleban Vineyard Resort,Japanese-influenced eco-resort with great views, jungle walks, and picnics. Chisapani, Kathmandu, 9841679364

Monsoon madness, Head down to Pokhara and enjoy an exclusive two nights three days package with Shangri~La Village Resort.Pokhara, Rs 6,299 per person (01) 4420252 / 9861388277 / 9804116774

Mum’s Garden Resort, Head out to Pokhara for a peaceful and comfortable stay in beautifully designed cottages surrounded by a lush green garden with great views of Phewa Lake and the Annapurna range. Lakeside, Pokhara, (06) 1463468, www.mumsgardenresort.com

Dwarika’s Hotel, A little slice of paradise hidden in the middle of the city. Start the day off with complimentary yoga classes in this grand heritage hotel. Battisputali, Kathmandu, (01) 4470770

Balthali Village Resort,A small, cosy retreat with a bird’s eye view of green terrace fields dotted with ochre painted houses. Balthali, Kavre, 9851075818

Park Village Resort, Yoga, detox and ayurveda treatment in a quiet corner of Kathmandu. Himalayan Peace and Wellness Center, Park Village Resort 01-4370286, peace@wellness.com.np

Atithi Resort & Spa, A quiet sanctuary that fuses Nepali tradition with modern amenities, complete with a fancy pool and a cosy restaurant. Lakeside, Pokhara, (06)1466760, info@atithiresort.com

The Yellow House, Bed and breakfast for the light traveller. Sanepa, (01) 5553869 / 5522078, www.theyellowhouse.com.np

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