Past Events

Rabindranath Tagore (d.1941) one of the most influential Bengali poets and the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. The literary and cultural world feels that Tagore’s influence can be felt more in these tumultuous times than in his own time and his relevance is not restricted to India but beyond. This lecture will focus on Tagore’s view on nationalism and how is it pertinent in the current age of hyper-nationalism and cultural chauvinism. In addition to the lecture, there will be a recitation of his soul touching poetry.

In this lecture, Jawad Nachet, a scholar in pedagogy and psychology, will define the terminology of solidarity and coexistence from a human rights perspectives and explore how to find yourself in others in order to sympathize with them.

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.

Artist Noor Al Qaissoni, in collaboration with the Museum of Islamic Art, leads this workshop, which will highlight how to produce Islamic geometric shapes in a professional, fun and high-quality manner.

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 Library has many high-tech tools for you to enjoy. Come assemble and play with the many different high-tech toys available.

In celebration of the Arabic Manuscript Day, Mahmoud Zaki, Information Services Librarian (Manuscripts), will explore the physical and textual aspects of the Arabic manuscript tradition, based on the rich collection of the Heritage Library. The talk also includes discussion of manuscript production in the Islamic World, the anatomy of the manuscript and types of texts beside the main text. You'll get introduced to terms and concepts, including intellectual heritage, codicology and textual criticism, and learn how to recognize the main components of a manuscript. You'll also hear about the many items and services of the Heritage Library.

International humanitarian law and international human rights law are seen by many as one law, perhaps because of similar phrasing. Both laws do complement one another and share the same rights. However, they are independent of each other, and at times, both laws are applied.

Quilling is an art technique that uses strips of paper to form decorative designs. In this workshop, held in collaboration with Hobby House Qatar, you'll will be provided quilling tools and learn how to make shapes and patterns with paper strips. Then, create your own work of art and take it home!

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!