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Go take a hike Gear up for a hike to Ranikot starting from Lankuri Bhanjyang, going through lush forest and finally reaching the top to get a view of the Himalayas and Kathmandu Valley. 24 June, Meeting point: Bhrikuti Mandap Exhibition Hall Complex, Rs 900 (for those without t-shirts), Rs 400 (for those with t-shirts), (01)4266559

Poetrybug, Poetry lovers unite for a day full of lively discussions on ‘These Fine Lines’ poetry anthology, followed by a live poetry reading session. 24 June, 2 to 4 pm, Yala Mandala, Kwalkhu Road, Patan, Registration: https://goo.gl/nbdMNh

Watching Israel, Don’t miss the opportunity to watch selected Israeli films at the 11th Israeli Film Festival. Moviegoers can choose from two films that will be screened for three days. 28 to 30 June, 2.30 pm and 5.30 pm, OR2K Restaurant, Lakeside, Pokhara, http://embassies.gov.il/kathmandu

Mud fest, Celebrate this rice-planting festival by getting soaked in the rain, playing in the mud and mingling with locals. Includes a Newari fest at the end of the day. 24 June, 7 am to 3 pm, Khokana, Rs1950 for adults, Rs 999 for children, free for children below 4, http://www.socialtours.com

Vocal workshop, Register to learn singing techniques from renowned jazz vocalist Diandra Danieli, hosted by Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory. 5 July to 30 August, (01) 5013554 http://www.katjazz.com.np/vocal-teacher-diandra-danieli/

Bootcamp, Participate in readings and discussions on different pedagogical ideas, theories and methodologies in a workshop led by Niranjan Kunwar. 1 to 29 July, Quixote’s Cove, Jawalakhel, Rs 5000, (01)5536974

Kathmandu Kora, 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/

Artist in residence, Attend the seventh season of artist in residence with works of artists CC Chang and Chen Siao Chi of Taiwan, Kapil Mani Dixit of Nepal and Jupiter Pradhan of Nepal on display. 23 to 30 June, Gallery MCUBE, Lalitpur www.gallerycube.com

Inviting submissions, Submit your documentaries for the 11th edition of Film Southasia to be held in Kathmandu from 2-5 November 2017. Deadline 15 July, http://www.filmsouthasia.org/film south asia

Musical tribute, Kamero will be playing rap metal, rap rock and alternative metal songs as a tribute to Rage Against the Machine & Tool. 8 July, 2 to 5 pm, Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel, 9841539392

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

Celebrating death metal Metalheads, treat your ears to some sheer brute force technical death metal of Descecravity all the way from Japan. Chrematomania from Sikkim and home-grown bands Aakrosh, Nihility Nepal, Calamitiana and Wargaze will be performing too. 6 July, Reggae Bar, Thamel, Rs 500 (till 30 June), Rs 700(door)

Jay Sean live, Book your tickets now to listen to British singer and songwriter Jay Sean perform live in Kathmandu. 12 July, 7 am onwards, Deja Vu, Darbarmarg, Rs 2500, 3500, 5000, 9860344642

Fete de la Musique, Celebrate this year’s International music day by participating in the annual Fete de la Musique where various artists will be performing. 23 June, 3 to 10 pm, Alliance Française Kathmandu, Free entry