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Ready to put your chess skills to the test? The Chess for All community, together with the Qatar Chess Association, is organizing the Beginners Chess Competition at Qatar National Library. 

Every experience holds a story. Every story leaves a trace worth preserving. Qatar National Library invites you to contribute original content to “Keys to Palestine,” a community-driven digital project dedicated to preserving Palestinian voices, perspectives, stories, and lived experiences.

We're pleased to invite you to visit and explore Qatar National Library. Our staff are happy to give you a tour highlighting the Library’s services and resources.

Join us to discover how to use edX, a popular online learning platform, to expand your knowledge and develop new skills anytime, anywhere. Participants will explore courses from leading universities and institutions across a wide range of fields to support their academic, professional, and lifelong learning goals.

Join us for an enchanting evening of “Philharmonic at the Library: Music of Peace, Songs of the Renaissance,” featuring the Qatar Chamber Choir and an international ensemble of acclaimed musicians. Experience the timeless beauty of Renaissance music through the sounds of historic instruments and masterful compositions that explore themes of harmony, peace, and the universal language of music.

Bring your little ones to Sarah's Adventures, a lively puppet show filled with engaging stories, imagination and fun for the whole family. 

Murshidi Week — My Next Step is a four-day career and skills development program for high school students, designed to help them prepare for their next academic and professional steps. Each day features two interactive sessions focused on practical skills, including career readiness, problem-solving, digital and AI literacy, time management, communication, public speaking, research, and critical thinking.

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing and doing activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love for stories and create cherished memories together!

As part of the Qatar, Canada and Mexico 2026 Year of Culture, children are invited to discover the cultures of the three countries through a fun and interactive storytime session and bingo game. 

Join us for a lecture by Dr. Giancarlo Casale, Professor of History and Chair of the Department of History at the European University Institute, exploring the remarkable Mappa Mundi of Hajji Ahmed.  By many measures, this map is an extraordinary work in the history of cartography.

Unleash your creativity and join us for an exciting session of craft-making and art creation!

Are you a parent or caregiver of a person with a disability (PWD) looking for a supportive space to connect with others? Join this monthly meet-up, held on the last Tuesday of every month, where parents and caregivers can share experiences, exchange resources, and build meaningful connections in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for an open meetup, welcoming anyone who wants to learn, practice, or exchange languages. Connect with native speakers and fellow learners, improve your skills, and build confidence in a friendly, multicultural space.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Qatar National Library, in collaboration with Alaraby Television Network, is pleased to invite you to a screening of Qatar 2022: The World Cup of Dreams and Legacy, a sports documentary that recounts the story of Qatar’s journey to hosting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™. The film traces that journey from the country's successful bid in 2010 through 12 years of planning, preparation, and key milestones leading up to the tournament.

This year's International Open Access Week, held from 19 to 25 October 2026, takes place under the theme “The Cost of Knowledge.”  

Join us for a Book Chat session with Tasneem Dahab, who will take us on a journey into the world of African literature, exploring its key trends and themes and the ways in which it reflects the identities and experiences of African peoples. The session will also examine literature as a rich space for exploring identity, history, and memory, while introducing a selection of notable works and writers from across the continent.

We invite plant lovers, urban gardening enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the environment and sustainability to join our monthly gathering. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced gardener, or simply eager to learn, we meet on the last Saturday of each month at the Library to share knowledge, exchange tips, and connect with others.

As part of Year of Culture 2026: Qatar, Canada and Mexico, children are invited to discover the cultures of the three countries through a fun and interactive storytime session and bingo game.

Join us for an engaging book chat workshop exploring Arab women’s literature and the diverse experiences, perspectives, and voices reflected in their writing.

Celebrating the strong and growing cultural ties between Qatar and Finland, this special event honors the legacy of Professor Georg August Wallin (1811–1852), the Finnish scholar and explorer whose journeys across the Arabian Peninsula helped establish one of the earliest intellectual bridges between Finland and the Arab world.

Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or have years of experience, join our Writing Circle for an opportunity to connect with fellow writers in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Join us for this workshop, presented in collaboration with the Qatar National Cyber Security Agency, which aims to raise participants’ awareness of the importance of protecting their personal data in the digital world and highlight potential risks to their privacy.

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the Librarians for Libraries program, which aims to develop librarianship skills in the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.

This symposium focuses on historic libraries as key spaces for the production and transmission of knowledge in Islamic societies during the medieval and early modern periods. It seeks to shed light on the mechanisms through which library collections were formed and expanded, as well as the ways written culture circulated and books were used within these institutions.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library, open to all ages and skill levels! 

We invite you to join Sayahdeen, a series of Islamic programs designed to build a sound and balanced understanding of Islam. 

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is excited to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City, its distinguished alumni network, and other institutions in Qatar.

Turn your ideas into engaging digital content in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to design eye-catching visuals with Canva, edit short-form videos with CapCut, and explore the basics of professional editing with DaVinci Resolve. 

Whether you're just beginning your writing journey or have years of experience, join our Creative Writing Month for an opportunity to connect with fellow writers in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing, and enjoying activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love of stories and create cherished memories together!

As part of Year of Culture 2026: Qatar, Canada and Mexico, children are invited to discover the cultures of the three countries through a fun and interactive storytime session and bingo game.

Join us for an engaging book chat workshop exploring Arab women’s literature and the diverse experiences, perspectives, and voices reflected in their writing.

What if your favorite food became a work of art? Join us for a food-inspired painting session where the things you love to eat become your inspiration. Select a dish, snack, or ingredient you enjoy and give it your own artistic interpretation through color and style.

Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for an open meetup for anyone interested in learning, practicing, or exchanging languages. Connect with native speakers and fellow learners, improve your skills, and build confidence in a friendly, multicultural space.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

In light of the rapid political developments unfolding in the region, Qatar National Library invites you to attend a discussion with Sheikh Nawaf bin Mubarak Al Thani, Founder and Chairman of the International Mediation Council in Washington, Editor at Polystrategics, foreign affairs and defense analyst, and author.

Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library, open to all ages and skill levels! 

We invite you to join Sayahdeen, a series of Islamic programs designed to build a sound and balanced understanding of Islam.   The series offers content that combines authentic religious knowledge with moral and ethical values, inspired by the Qur’an, the Sunnah, and the stories of the prophets and companions.   This session focuses on the Five Pillars of Islam – the testimony of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting, and pilgrimage – exploring their meaning and their role in shaping a Muslim’s daily life and spiritual practice.

Are you ready to take your academic and career aspirations to the next level? Qatar National Library is proud to launch a new mentorship program featuring some of the brightest minds and leaders from Education City, its distinguished alumni network, and other leading institutions in Qatar. 

Discover what makes a great photo or video, whether you’re using a professional camera or your smartphone. 

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the Librarians for Libraries program, which aims to develop librarianship skills in the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing and enjoying activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love of stories and create cherished memories together!

Who protects our cultural heritage? How does an artifact travel from its homeland, where it bears witness to the history of a civilization and the identity of a people, to the halls of auction houses and international art markets? And how can looted cultural property be traced, its sources verified, its illicit circulation prevented, and its return pursued?

Qatar National Library, in collaboration with Hamad Bin Khalifa University, presents Mulhamoon Exhibition 2026: “Ideas, Art, and AI”

Join us for an engaging book chat workshop exploring Arab women’s literature and the diverse experiences, perspectives, and voices reflected in their writing.

As part of Year of Culture 2026: Qatar, Canada and Mexico, children are invited to discover the cultures of the three countries through a fun and interactive storytime session and bingo game.

Are you an artist looking for a creative space to work on your projects and share your passion for art? Join our Art Majlis gathering on the third Tuesday of every month.

Qatar National Library is pleased to organize the third edition of the educational forum “Our Children Matter”, under the theme:

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library, open to all ages and skill levels! 

This comprehensive session will guide participants through the publishing journey, from selecting the right journal to preparing and submitting a manuscript, while also exploring effective ways to maximize research impact and visibility in today’s digital scholarly landscape. Attendees will gain practical insights into tools and techniques that can help enhance their publishing success and research influence.

Join us for an enchanting evening of Philharmonic at the Library, featuring Brahms’ String Sextet No. 2 performed by the Doha String Quartet.

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing, and enjoying activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love of stories and create cherished memories together!

As part of Year of Culture 2026: Qatar, Canada and Mexico, children are invited to discover the cultures of the three countries through a fun and interactive storytime session and bingo game.

This interactive session will explore research integrity and publishing ethics, addressing key issues such as authorship, the use of artificial intelligence (AI), and post-publication notices.

Join us for a special, newly refreshed edition of this meet-up, presented in this format for the first time in collaboration with a distinguished group of centers and organizations specializing in supporting people with disabilities and their families. “Together on the Journey” is a monthly community meet-up held on the last Tuesday of every month, offering a warm and welcoming space for parents, caregivers, and supporters of people with disabilities to connect, exchange experiences and resources, and build meaningful, lasting relationships.

Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting storytime experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together!

Join us on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for an open meetup for anyone interested in learning, practicing, or exchanging languages. Connect with native speakers and fellow learners, improve your skills, and build confidence in a friendly, multicultural space.

In today's crowded research landscape, great work can go unseen without the right strategy behind it. This session, led by Bethany Farr, Performance Marketing and Social Media Director at Taylor & Francis, explores how researchers and institutions can use social media to amplify the reach and impact of their published work.  

Join us in celebrating the Year of Culture 2026: Canada through a creative, hands-on macramé workshop. Participants will learn basic macramé techniques while creating a red maple leaf, a symbol of Canadian culture and identity, with Ms. Ghofran Hassuneh.

Are you looking for a space to share your passion for thread art? Join Creative Threads, a weekly gathering organized by a group of enthusiasts and held every Thursday morning.

Qatar National Library, as the IFLA MENA Regional Office, invites you to the Librarians for Libraries program, which aims to develop librarianship skills in the MENA region through virtual sessions covering a variety of topics.   Library instruction can easily become a routine demonstration of databases, search techniques, and library resources. While these skills are important, students may struggle to see how they connect to their academic work. Long demonstrations can also make it difficult to maintain attention and encourage active participation.

Did you know that chess improves memory, problem-solving skills, and concentration? It's a fun and engaging way to sharpen your focus, think strategically and spark creativity. Join us for a weekly, informal chess gathering at the Library, open to all ages and skill levels! 

Palestinian embroidery is a rich traditional art form that reflects Palestinian identity and culture through its distinctive patterns and motifs.

“Journal with Maryam” is a creative journaling initiative that brings together art, writing, observation, and personal reflection. Each gathering provides a welcoming space for participants to slow down, explore their thoughts, and document personal experiences through words and visual expression.

We invite plant lovers, urban gardening enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the environment and sustainability to join our monthly gathering. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced gardener, or simply eager to learn, we meet on the last Saturday of each month at the Library to share knowledge, exchange tips, and connect with others.

We invite children and young adults aged 6 to 16 to join us for Make with Me: Touches of Our Heritage and enjoy a variety of creative art activities inspired by Qatar’s heritage and culture, in preparation for Qatar National Day in December.

In an age of ongoing genocide and repeated attempts to erase Palestinian history, culture, and identity, it is vital to examine literature as both a form of resistance and a record of history.

Spend a fun-filled time reading, playing, and enjoying activities with your little ones. Join us to nurture their love of stories and create cherished memories together!

Join us to celebrate the Year of Culture 2026: Mexico and Qatar with a creative, music-inspired workshop. Participants will learn how to craft a guitar and a rababa, combining artistic creativity with cultural appreciation.

As part of Year of Culture 2026: Qatar, Canada and Mexico, children are invited to discover the cultures of the three countries through a fun and interactive storytime session and bingo game.

Qatari Sadu is the craft of weaving and knitting wool; It is one of the traditional crafts that were widespread in the desert and still is to this day.