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Violin classes, Get violin lessons from Luxembourg’s Ann Majerus, who has performed in Switzerland, Germany, the UK and in her home country. September-November, Kathmandu, Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikel, Lalitpur, (01) 5013554, 9813556945

Nepal Africa Film Festival Watch selected African films at the sixth edition of the Nepal Africa Film Festival. 18-20 September, 9am-5pm, Russian Culture Centre, Kamalpokhari, (01) 4416650

100 years of Toni Hagen, Don’t miss this opportunity to see Nepal though the eyes of Toni Hagen in an exhibition of his works to mark 100 years after his birth anniversary. 16-24 September, 10am-5pm, Nepal Art Council, Baber Mahal, (01) 4220735

Kathmandu Marathon, Register to join hundreds of others in the 11th Kathmandu Marathon. People above 18 can participate in the full (42 km) or half marathon (21km) or open category (5km), while those above 12 can choose the school (5km) or wheelchair (3km) category. 16 September, 5am-12pm, Dasarath Rangasala Stadium, Kathmandu, 9851016492

Art therapy, Register on time to attend the ‘Introduction to creative arts therapy’ workshop facilitated by Neha Christopher, a licensed creative arts therapist and registered dance/movement therapist, 16 September, 8:45am-4:15pm, Mathi Ko Hall, Gyaneswor, Kathmandu, 9803207772

Japanese art, Visit this exhibition to view some of the finest paintings by Japanese artists Masae Suzuki and Setsuko Suzuki. 18-27 September, 11am-5pm, 12-5pm (Saturdays), Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, Kathmandu, (01) 4218048, (01) 4433930

Cultural studies, Become a member of Cultural Studies Group of Nepal and enjoy fascinating lectures on Nepal’s heritage, walks in and around the Kathmandu Valley and studio visits. 22 September, 9am onwards, Shankar Hotel, Lazimpat, Kathmandu, csgninkathmandu@gmail.com, Membership: Rs3,000/year

Public speaking, Take part in this public speaking session and debate on feminism and overcome your fear of speaking to an audience. 16 September, 10am-12:30pm, MIC For Youths, Dilibazar, Kathmandu, 9804064094, Rs300

Adventure for a cause, Take part in this fundraiser for street dogs in Kathmandu while enjoying an adventure, in this unique combination of bush hike, wet and dry canyoning and bouldering in Shivapuri National Park. 16 September, 7am-5pm, Meeting point: Opposite Himalayan Java, Thamel, 9801205076, Rs2,500

Move with the flow, Spend the weekend with close friends swaying to the rhythms of the Flow. 16 September, 7-10pm, Ai-La Lounge Restaurant, Kumaripati, Lalitpur, 9801018681

Friday night live, Warm up your Friday night listening to soulful classics and soft Nepali and Indian hits featuring The Silent Killers Band. 22 September, 5-9pm, Bajra Restaurant, Satungal, Kathmandu, 9841907914

Nitro tour, Book your tickets now for the Nepal show of once-glam metal band Nitro, featuring vocalist Jim Gillette and virtuoso guitarist Michael Angelo Bati. They will be joined by drummer Chris Adler and bassist Matt DeVries of American metal band Lamb of God. 27 September, 8-11:30pm, Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel, Kathmandu, 9803719781

Rock & Roll, Enjoy live rock and roll by local band The Trailers while enjoying scrumptious delicacies and drinks. 16 September, 3-9pm, Mitho Mitho The Tavern and Restaurant, (01) 5591723