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Alliance Baza{a}r June July

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Complete your diary with the AFK events !

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19 Round table on Nepali Music

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27 DELF & DALF ends

DELF & DALF exams begin

29 Candid Society film screening

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Franco Music Mania

International Music Day Music Workshop

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Lecture by Eric LON/ photo.circle.xviii

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International Music Day

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14 French national day *

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27 Candid Society film screening

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New session begins

29 Franco Music Mania

* AFK will be closed during these days

OPENING HOURS Institution Monday to Friday : 7 am - 7 pm

Alliance Franรงaise in Kathmandu Tripureshwor (beside Avenues TV) P.O. Box 452, Kathmandu, Nepal Phone : + 977 (1) 4241163 / 4242832 Fax : + 977 (1) 4242621 E-mail : general.afk@gmail.com Website : www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

Library Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri : 8 am - 6.30 pm Sunday : 12 noon - 4 pm Campus France Desk Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri : 11.30 am - 6.30 pm Sunday : 12 noon - 4 pm or by appointment Translation Desk Mon/Tue/Fri : 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Bistrot Monday to Friday 7 am - 6.30 pm

On cover: Indira Lachhimasyu | Photo: NayanTara Gurung Kakshapati | Design: bn.com.np

TEAM OF THE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE IN KATHMANDU : Board of directors : Keshav Raj Jha (President), Sugandha Wagley (Vice President), Mahen Shresta (Treasurer), Aymeric Hamon (Vice Treasurer), Chritophe Abbou (Vice Secretary), Rabin K.C. (Member & legal advisor), Pratima Pandé (Member), NayanTara Gurung Kakshapati (Member), Pramod Khakurel (Member) Direction : Philippe Martin, Prabin Rana, Mireille Hamon-Loirat, Krishna Shrestha Library & Campus France Desk : Mira Thapa, Niranjan Neupane Translation Desk : Ingrid Chiron Staff : Laxman Khadka, Suresh K.C., Navraj K.C., Tsering Sherpa, Ramesh Maharjan, Pradip Biswokarma, Mukti Lama, Madhav Pandey, Mira Dahal, Mélissa Yana Bistrot : Buddhi Ratna, Uma Maya Lama, Uttam Aryal, Mangal Tamang Teachers : Anne Lelong, Ashok Shakya, Benoît Gillet, David Baillat, Deepker Shakya, Eva Przyszczikowski, Sébastien Barré, Florent Labbe, Gautam Basu, Ingrid Chiron, Maya G. Kaur, Olivier Polychroniadis, Cindy Bahy, Fanny Dureysseix

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Philippe Martin - Directeur

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Naya Nepal! An expression that truly reflects an historic turn into Nepalese history?

Let’s give time to the time to appreciate the efforts of Nepalese to build their naya Nepal. In every case, the polls designed to fill the 601 seats of the constituent assembly should reflect a multiplicity of point of views and expression of the contemporary Nepalese society walking towards modernity.

Naya Nepal, modernity, contemporary Nepal… let’s leave politic apart for a moment to look at another fact of life that can’t be ignored anymore in the cultural landscape of the capital: the International Music Day. Many artists are already getting prepared to show you their programs (musical) and to put their talent forward to seduce you.

French initiative at the beginning, the spirit and fundamental principles of this Day have since long crossed borders and we are now celebrating the music in 120 countries through 5 continents. The Music Day brings new musical trends, it often announces, it always conveys : renewal of traditional music, explosion of musical forms, development of local initiatives… This Day is yours!

The vitality of the Day also relies on the energies of all volunteers who get individually involved to give this exceptional Day its crucial part of spontaneity, its aspect of cheerful infringement. Thanks to all!

We also invite you at the beginning of June to meet Eric Lon, who will speak about ski on the rocks in the himalayas. Do not miss this meeting !

Yesterday a short films festival, concerts, theatre and exhibitions; tomorrow a new session of French classes and a Music Day; and always urges/desires and projects. Unceasing activities dedicated to the exchange and to the pedagogy; the activities of an Alliance are closely linked to those who generate it. Because there is no institutions without people to make them live, no places worth without the souls of those living in.

A bientôt !

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For the 14th year, the Alliance Française in Kathmandu and its partners are happy to present the “International Music Day” 2008 on JUNE 21st.

Completely different from a music festival, the “International Music Day” is above all a free popular event open to amateur and professional musicians.

The musicians are performing for free, and all the concerts are free for the public.

Today more than 340 cities in 120 countries are taking part in this event dedicated to music.

To increase the popularity of this event and give an enriched image of Kathmandu cultural background, the program of the “International Musique Day” 2008 will take place during three days.

Wednesday, 18 June Music workshops and Jazz presentation

Time: 5.30 pm - 7.30 pm Venue: Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Pulchowk (near St Mary's School)

Nepali Folk Musical Instrument Museum presents: A Traditional Nepali music workshop with: - Ram Prasad Kadel, founder of Nepali Folk Instrument Museum - Ram Sharan Darnal, specialist of Nepali Folk Musical Instrument - Kharka Budha Magar, drummer - Padam Gandhari, sarangi player Time: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Venue: Nepali Folk Instrument Museum, Tripureshwor

For any inquiries about these workshops and other events, or to express your intent to attend, please email general.afk@gmail.com or directly contact the different institutions.

Thursday, 19 June Round table on Nepali Music To introduce the “International Music Day” and to sum up the situation of music in Nepal, the Alliance Française in Kathmandu organizes a round-table with several professionals stemming from different music areas.

Professionals or music lover, come to discuss the various issues of musical industry in Nepal.

Nepal Sangeet Vidhyalaya presents: “Tharu Folk Instrument” workshop with Dr. Govinda Acharya.

He will conduct a workshop on Nepali folk music, folk instruments and history of Nepali folk music.

Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Venue: Nepal Sangeet Vidhyalaya, Pingalasthan

Participants: - Salil Subedi: multiform performing artist and mediator of the round-table - Prakash Sayami: Independent Film maker and Vice-President of the Music Royalty collection society Nepal - Bijaya Vaidya: musician - Yubakar Raj Rajkarnikar: founder editor, Wave - Sachida Rauniyar: recorder-producer - Mariano E. Abello, director of Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory + guests. All are welcome.

Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Venue: Alliance Française, Tripureshwor

Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory presents: A lecture about Jazz Music by Dr. Gene Aitken (who received the United States top jazz education honor by being awarded the 2007 Jazz Educator of the year) & Mariano E. Abello, director of Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory.

Saturday, 21 June International Music Day Come and enjoy music on the famous avenue in Kathmandu, to discover or rediscover from an other point of view the best of rock and fusion music in town.

Time: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm Venue: Durbar Marg

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Other VENUES Classical stage presented by International Music Society Nepal Time: 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm Venue: Yala Maya Kendra, Lalitpur

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Stage presented by Nepal Sangeet Vidhyalaya Time: 2:00 pm - 5.30 pm Venue: Nepal Sangeet Vidhyalaya, Pingalasthan Managed by:

Classical concert presented by Gurukul Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Venue: Rimal Theatre, Gurukul, Baneshwor

Franco Musique Mania METRO FM 94.6 MHz Who knows, stepping out what you usually listen may let you discover new talented musicians.

The different venues draw the map of a musical tour of Kathmandu…Feel the rythm of your city.

More information about the program of International Music Day pamphlet or on our website www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

Presented by Kishor Sedai and Surja Laxmi Shrestha, the “Franco Music Mania” will cover the “International Music Day” during these three days. Provided

by Radio France International, this program presents every Tuesday, the best of the French and Francophone songs between 9 pm and 10 pm.

{partners} Lecture by Eric LON Eric Lon is skiing on rocks as others are gliding on snow. Now, Eric is used to ski on the Himalayan rocks, between five and six thousands meters above sea level.

Eric is a traveler who is used to stay at the best places, from the maritime beaches to the Himalayan peaks, at the best time of the year.

He has pioneered new skiing ways by creating the first cross country clubs on the dunes of Algeria, of Tunisia and of Namibia.

In addition to being a skier Eric is also a certified physiotherapist, a certified physical training teacher and a swimming teacher. He has worked in hospitals and he also had two physiotherapy clinics for more than twenty years. Today, the world is his clinic.

Don’t be afraid of him. This professional knows how to be connected with others. He is able to make many things possible…just come and share this unique experience with us. All are welcome!

Alliance Française in Kathmandu | Saturday, June 7th, 11 am

photo.circle photo.circle is a unique platform that highlights the power of visual storytelling. It is a physical space for professional as well as amateur photographers to share work and interact with other storytellers and a larger community of media professionals. photo.circle creates an opportunity for photographers to engage in critique. It also provides time and space to share technical expertise on the craft of making pictures and the skills of navigating the larger industry that makes use of these pictures for various communication purposes. Visit www.photocircle.com.np for more details.

Next sessions : photo.circle.xviii - Saturday, 7 June, 5.45 PM at The Bakery Cafe, Sundhara photo.circle.xix - Saturday, 5 July, 9.45 AM at The Bakery Cafe, Sundhara

Free screening at AFK with Candid Society Candid Society is an association of artists, cultural workers and activists undertaking an effort to contribute to and enrich civil society, public discourse and culture. It plans to periodically screen films that are socially pertinent and challenging.

Join us and mingle at Alliance Francaise Kathmandu’s delightful open-air café before the indoor or outdoor screening (weather permitting). All are welcome till hall is full.

For any inquiries about this and other events, please email thecandidsociety@gmail.com or visit www.alliancefrancaise. org.np to have all the information about the movies.

Next screening : Sunday, June 25th, 7 pm : En attendant le bonheur Sunday, July 27th, 7 pm : Les Triplettes de Belleville

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New session !! Be ready The next session of French classes will start on 23rd of July, directly inside our premises.

Join us and try a new experience along with our 2300 students… and discover not only a foreign language but also a new environment !

Free expression of our students Some of our students really want to express their views, opinion, ideas about their love with the French language & Alliance Française in Kathmandu.

So, they naturally took the initiative to create their own way of expression thanks to Internet. We invite you to discover them at the following address : http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=12666262217 Look for the group : "Viens ! Parle français"

DELF and DALF examinations The DELF (Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française) and DALF (Diplôme Approfondi en Langue Française) are the official French proficiency diplomas delivered by the French Ministry of Education to non native French language speakers. These diplomas are valid forever, without any time limit.

DELF and DALF diplomas are in fully accord with the six levels of proficiency defined by the Council of Europe. These levels have been specified to describe objectively any European language.

Examination dates: June 23rd until 27th Admissions: May 26th until June 13th Fees: Rs 1000, 1800 or 2500 according to the level Candidates interested in taking these exams can benefit from a specific training program at the Alliance Française, during two weeks before the exams Training dates : from June 9th to June 20th Registration for the training : May 26th to June 6th Training fees : Rs 2500 Contact us for more details, or visit www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

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The Official French Agency for higher Education in France - now in Kathmandu, visit us for free counseling Are you interested to do a MBA? More than 60 interesting MBA courses are available in different major cities of France.

Of course, these MBA courses are taught in English and proposed by highly reputed French institutes.

You can find complete catalogue about MBA courses in France at this page: http://editions. campusfrance.org/catalogues/formations_en/ mba.pdf CampusFrance provides you through its website www.campusfrance.org all the necessary information about studying in France Campusfrance desk in Kathmandu will be very happy to provide you all the supplementary information regarding studies in France.

Contact Mr. Prabin Bikram RANA direction2.afk@gmail.com or Mr. Niranjan NEUPANE espace.katmandou@edufrance.fr CampusFrance Desk Alliance Franรงaise of Katmandou Ganesh Man Sigh Path (Teku Road), Tripureshwor Tel: 4241163, 4242832 Web: www.campusfrance.org www.alliancefrancaise.org.np

Translation desk As the summer is blowing, vacation is coming along! The translation desk will be just ticking over from mid June till end of July. If possible please give your translation first week of June. However the desk remains open Monday, Tuesday, Friday from 9.30 to 12.30.

For more information or details, visit our website www.alliancefrancaise.org.np or contact us at 4241163, 4242832.

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{library + bistrot} Bonjour, The library of Alliance Française is the only one of its kind in Nepal. Since its creation, the library has been providing its services to the general public interested into French culture.

The Library A place where you can find good collection of books, comics, DVDs, CD's, magazines, revues & lot more….

To improve French and learn about its culture in a French ambiance.

We believe that cooperation, communication, & satisfaction are the main elements of our mission.

Your advice & suggestions are important to us.

As usual, we have received new documents which are waiting for you…

New books: « Le regard de la Kumari » of Marie-Sophie Boulanger, « Histoire politique du Népal » of Michelle Kergoat and more than 30 new books at your disposal…

Comics: The series of l'ascension du Haut Mal, Donjon Zenith, De cape et de crocs and other very interesting comics are there for you.

Magazines « Paris Match »,"Nicolas Sarkozy & Carla Bruni" with special pages…« Elle », New looks of MADONA in Elle magazine …and much more !

Monday to Friday 7am-6.30pm All the menus are online...check the AFK website.

Raining like cats and dogs. Wandering around on these days and don’t know where to shelter, get dry and relax? Come and take refuge at Le Bistrot!

Snacks or full meal, cold drinks or various wines, we have all you need to please your lingual papillae. What about an “oeuf à la coque avec mouillettes” along with a glass of rosé or a sweet “crêpe” with a mint ice tea? You can even borrow a magazine at the library and read it quietly while savoring our delicacies. And guess what: you like it so much that you want to take it home? By order you can share our specialties home. See you!

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