Past Events

Dear guests,

Some of the Library’s events and workshops will continue to be offered online until further notice. About 24 hours before the event, a librarian will send you the link you can use to attend. 

Clay Art: Islamic Art
In English
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Be colorful this Ramadan! Freely express your artistic and creative side. Think outside the box, make your own clay art, add some color, and enjoy bringing your own art to life.
Second Annual Beautiful Athan Contest
In English
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To coincide with the Holy Month of Ramadan, the Library is pleased to announce the second annual Beautiful Athan contest. This contest is open to all community members who meet the following conditions:
Weekly Knitting and Crochet Circle
In English
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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!
Coloring for Adults: Islamic Patterns
In English
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Just like meditation, coloring allows us to switch off our brains from other thoughts and focus only on the moment, helping to reduce anxiety, create focus and increase our mindfulness. Join us for a special coloring session focusing on Islamic patterns. We will provide patterns and markers. Come for an hour or stay the whole time; this is an open session for you to relax and color your cares away.
The Story of the Elephant
In English
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Many years ago, an army on elephants marched to Makkah to try to destroy the Kaaba stone by stone. Who was this army? What happened to them? Come with us to hear the whole story of how Allah saved the Kaaba and defeated the enemies of Islam.
English Creative Writing Circle
In English
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The Creative Writing Circle is an opportunity for creative writers to come together and share their work. The group will provide inspiration, feedback and encouragement in a supportive environment. So whatever stage you’re at, come along and get writing! Sessions will be held between 9 – 11 AM on Tuesdays.
Dust Storms from Mars and Titan to Qatar
In English
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Dust storms are among the most fascinating natural phenomena occurring in deserts. Dust storms in North Africa and the Arabian peninsula can have environmental impacts that can extend as far as the west coast of the United States. Dust storms also happen on other celestial bodies, such as comets, Mars and the Saturn moon Titan.
Dust Storms from Mars and Titan to Qatar
In English
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Dust storms are among the most fascinating natural phenomena occurring in deserts. Dust storms in North Africa and the Arabian peninsula can have environmental impacts that can extend as far as the west coast of the United States. Dust storms also happen on other celestial bodies, such as comets, Mars and the Saturn moon Titan.
Dust Storms from Mars and Titan to Qatar
In English
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Dust storms are among the most fascinating natural phenomena occurring in deserts. Dust storms in North Africa and the Arabian peninsula can have environmental impacts that can extend as far as the west coast of the United States. Dust storms also happen on other celestial bodies, such as comets, Mars and the Saturn moon Titan.
Conservation and Scientific Analysis of a 17th-Century Qur'an Manuscript
In English
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Our preservation and conservation experts will present the conservation steps and scientific analysis used on a fine Qur'an manuscript from the 17th century.