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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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! 

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. 

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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! 

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.

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!