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Archive: Week of
Events
15th KIMFF, Pick your favourite movies from the list of more than 70 films, including 15 in the 'Nepal Panorama' category, at the 15th Kathmandu International Film Festival (KIMFF). 14-18 December, Kumari Hall, Kamanpokhari, (01) 4440635
Khabar Garaun 1145, Come for the lauch of the National Women Commission's Helpline Khabar Garaun 1145, a 24-hour, toll free number. 10 December, 11am, National Women Commission, Bhadrakali Plaza, Kathmandu (01) 4256701
Yala Newami, This exhibition by photographer Bjørn, featuring a series of images of the people of Kathmandu Valley, reflects the ancient and vibrant culture of the Newars. 19 November -19 December, 5:30-10pm, Yala Mandala, Kwalkhu Road, Patan, Entry: Free, (01) 5536690
Piano workshop, Learn to play piano with Spanish maestro Daahoud Salim. The free course is followed by a four-month certified course.8 December, 5-6pm, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, (01) 50135554, 9813556945
Tradition subverted, An exhibition that explores self-identity and gender identification while engaging viewers in a dialogue about urbanisation and ecology, by artists Erina Tamrakar and Asha Dangol. 13 October-3 December, 11am-10:30pm, Yala Mandala, Kwalkhu Road, Patan, (01) 5536690
Beyond Journals, A one-week exhibition featuring the creative world of Marina Vaptzarova, where the art of journals becomes an art of living. 26 November- 2 December, Marina Vaptzarova Showroom, Baber Mahal Revisited info@marinavaptzarova.com
The laugh club, Stand up comedians Kunal Kamra and Abhijeet Ganguly from Mumbai are in Kathmandu to rock the stage. Book your seats. 2 December, 5-7:30pm, Army Club, Sundhara, Rs1,500, Rs 1,000, Rs 500, 9801020132, 9802077100, 9801066882
Park Art Fair, The 11th Park Art Fair is all set to kick off where 53 eminent national and international artists will be showcasing modern, contemporary and abstract arts, sculputures, photographs, botanical art, graphic arts and many more. 1-3 December, 10:30-6pm, Park Gallery, Pulchowk, 9843885152, contact@parkgallery.com.np
Music
Christmas Chorale, Participate in the 35th anniversary holiday concert organised by The Kathmandu Chorale. Free entry, snacks and drinks. 9 December, 3:30-6pm, KISC School, Dhobighat.
Tattwa live, Make your weekend memorable at Shambala Garden with a taste of barbeque and live performances by Tattwa Band, just Rs2,000 per person (net). Every Friday, Shambala Garden, Hotel Shangri-La, (01) 4412999
Nabin at Trishara, Listen to your all-time favourite singer, Nabin Kumar Bhattarai, perform live. 2 December, 5pm onwards, Trishara, Lazimpat, (01) 4410200
Live with Rohit, Book your seats to boost your weekend listening to one of the most sought after singers in town, Rohit John Chettri. 8 December, 6-11pm, Downtown Pub & Grill, Suryabinayak, Bhaktapur, 9840017245