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Archive: Week of
Events
Ride for refugees, Mark this year’s World Refugee Day by participating in a cycle rally from Patan Durbar Square to Khokana to show solidarity for refugees. 17 June, 7:30 to 11 am, Patan Durbar Square, 9841729965 www.cyclecity.org.np/ride4refugees2
Secret bazaar, Enjoy eco cocktails, healthy food, a live jam session and watch various local and international artists present their creative handmade items. 2 June, 4-10 pm, the Secret Garden Guesthouse, Kaldhara, 9808123799
Health for education, Stay fit and healthy by opting for a 12-km walk, run or jog and raise funds for the upcoming Book and Talk Show to be organised by Bookmandu. 3 June, Tickets: Rs 500, 9849763436, bookmandu@gmail.com
Mud fest, Celebrate this rice-planting festival by getting soaked in the rain, playing in mud and mingling with locals. Includes a sumptuous Newari fest at the end of the day. 24 June, 7 am to 3 pm, Khokana, Rs 1950 for adults, Rs 999 for children, free for children below 4, Information: http://www.socialtours.com
Bloggers networking, Sign up for a free networking event for Rising Junkiri. Aspiring bloggers and writers can participate too. 10 June, 2-8 pm, Octave Kathmandu, Woodland Complex, Darbarmarg, Admission: Free for members, For more details: risingjunkiri@gmail.com
Open-air cinema, Watch Bébé Tigre, a French drama with English subtitles, about a young Indian boy in France trying to work to send money to his parents back home. 8 June, 6:30-9:30 pm, Alliance Francaise de Kathmandu
The art market, Take an afternoon out to watch the latest works of local artists in town. 3 June, 12-4 pm, the Yellow House, Sanepa www.image-ark.com
Karmic yoga, Join a two-day class to motivate yourself to do yoga and help raise funds for Hakuna Matata, a summer camp for children living with or affected by HIV & AIDS. 3 June, 7:30-8:30 am, Attic Bar, Tangalwood, Kathmandu, Rs 1500, (01)6200083
Music
Jay Sean Live, Book your tickets now to listen to British singer and songwriter Jay Sean perform live in Kathmandu. 28 June, 7 am onwards, Black Religion, Kathmandu
Acoustic Friday, Enjoy a night of live indie music by Binam Karmacharya and a great evening with friends and family with food and drinks. 2 June, 7-10 pm, Empire Restaurant & Bar, Kupondole Heights Road, 9813967032
Friday Live, Spend this Friday evening listening to Deepak Bajracharya and the Rhythm Band belt out some of their hits live. 2 June, 7 pm onwards, Wicked Spoon Fork & Rock, Jhamsikhel, Patan
Saturday Night Live, Sway to the rhythms of alternative rock band Innov8 and spend your weekend with friends and family. 30 June 6:30-9:30 pm, Ai-La Lounge. Restaurant, Kumaripati, 9801018683
Into the night, Join artists Nasty, Paramita RL Rana, VZN, Symfamous, Tyrant Music and Grizzle for preview of original music. 3 June, 6 pm onwards, Karma Bar & Lounge, Tripureswor, Kathmandu
Musical tribute, Exhibit 69’ will be playing heavy metal songs as a tribute to Iron Maiden. 3 June, 2-5 pm, Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel, Tickets: Rs 500, 9841539392