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. 

World Book Day for Children
In English
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In support of World Book Day, you are invited to come explore all the children's books the Library has to offer. Enjoy an old favorite or discover a new classic on this day full of books.
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.
The Refugee Crisis in the Arab World: Dimensions, Implications and Solutions
In English
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Wars and revolutions throughout the Arab world have created a refugee crisis that has become one of the biggest challenges facing the world. In this lecture, His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Ahmed Al- Meraikhi, the UN Secretary General's Humanitarian Envoy, will discuss the regional and international dimensions and consequences of the crisis, shed light on obstacles to refugee resettlement, and suggest ways to solve the crisis. The lecture also raises the question of the possibility of turning the crisis into a positive productive force.
Homework Club
In English
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Need a place to study? How about some help with your homework or assignment? The Library is the place to be. We will have volunteers ready to support you with your academic needs in math, science, English and social sciences. No need to register, just come!
The Law on the Protection of the Arabic Language
In English
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The enactment of Law No. (7) of 2019 on the protection of the Arabic language aims to increase the use of Arabic in Qatar's professional and public life. The Library, in collaboration with the Qatari Literature Initiative, presents a discussion on this law and its potential effects.
Homework Club
In English
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Need a place to study? How about some help with your homework or assignment? The Library is the place to be. We will have volunteers ready to support you with your academic needs in math, science, English and social sciences. No need to register, just come!
Public Speaking for Young Adults
In English
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In this workshop, you'll learn many skills that will help you to speak with confidence in front of an audience. You'll also learn how to prepare for your voice and body language for public speaking.
EndNote: Citation Management Made Easy
In English
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Learn the basics of citation management with EndNote. The session will cover ways to collect, save and cite automatically in a document, and how to easily produce bibliographies. This session is geared towards researchers and university students.
Introduction to Virtual Reality (VR)
In English
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This workshop will introduce the Oculus Rift VR System and its educational features. The Oculus can be used for many different applications, such as virtual tours, educational games, films and more.
Introduction to 3D Modeling
In English
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This workshop will introduce some of the basic techniques and concepts of 3D modeling and its software. You will learn how to create 3D models using specialized software and how to prepare the files for 3D printing.