Past Events

Children can explore the fun side of science by conducting experiments that teach scientific fundamentals and reveal the secrets of the world around us.Date:

The Research and Learning Department is pleased to announce its photography competition focusing on highlighting the beauty of books and libraries. To enter, just tag @QNL_engage when you post your photos on Instagram. You can also send your entries by direct message to @QNL_engage. 

It’s easy to see why whales have captured the human imagination. Operating at the furthest edge of physiological extremes, their mysterious lives beneath the observable ocean surface can make whales seem otherworldly; yet, in their undeniable intelligence and social nature, we also recognize something of ourselves. To really understand whales, we must dig into their fascinating evolutionary history and search for insights about their place in past environments. With knowledge of past whale worlds, we can assess the current challenges that whales face and work to protect their place in the oceans of the future.

Join us with your little ones for an hour of fun and engaging activities about colors and numbers.

Scrivener is a powerful piece of writing software, but it can be daunting for beginners and difficult to master. This session will introduce the basics of organizing, writing and compiling your project. For more advanced users, there will be tips on how to maximize its potential. Writers of both fiction (e.g. poetry, short stories, and novels) and non-fiction (e.g. memoirs, academic papers and dissertations) are welcome. Scrivener is available for download at https://www.literatureandlatte.com.

Parents are invited to this special session with Amina Zerouane, Manager of Barara Nursery, and Zakia Laiti. They will discuss ways to identify and assess the verbal issues and concerns of your child in terms of the stages of communication development.  

The Scamper program is one of the most successful methods of creative thinking, providing seven different approaches to problem-solving. Join us to learn about this simple but effective approach that you can apply in your academic and personal lives.

Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving and IQ? It's also a wonderful way to improve focus, flex those creativity muscles, and most important, kids have fun playing. Come to the Chess Club to learn the basics, make some friends and enjoy a little bit of competition.

Join us to discover and explore the Library's various online resources for middle school and high school students, including research tools, ebooks, audiobooks and periodicals.

Join this casual gathering of knitters and crocheters every Thursday from 9:00 – 11:00 AM to work on projects and share skills in a friendly atmosphere. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies and projects or borrow the Library’s needles and yarn. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners who are interested in learning. Be sure to check out our collection of books on knitting and crochet while you’re here!