Past Events

Calling all children aged 7 to 14! 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!

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 session introduces librarians to the fundamentals of Power BI and highlights its significance as a powerful data visualization and business intelligence tool.

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

Have you ever come across a news story or an image on social media and felt unsure about its authenticity? Do you want to learn how to differentiate between truth and deception in a world overflowing with information? Join us for this exciting and valuable workshop and competition!

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music at the Library, featuring a performance of Brahms’ Piano Quintet in F minor, Op. 34—a masterpiece known for its depth, drama, and lyrical beauty. This profound work will be performed by distinguished musicians from the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, each contributing their unique artistry to this unforgettable musical experience.

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

Travel literature is a window into the worlds of travel and adventure across the centuries. However, history shows that women were often excluded from the traditional literary scene during the early stages of this genre. Nevertheless, women managed to add a unique and distinctive voice, offering a new perspective on travel, the East and reimagining the concept of "the other."

Calling all children aged 7 to 14! 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!

The 4th edition of the Libraries Lead Forum is being held in partnership with the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Middle East and North Africa Regional Office.

Workshop 1: Building Collaborative Arabic Library NetworksDescription: This workshop explores strategies for fostering collaboration and resource-sharing among Arabic libraries in the MENA region, highlighting successful case studies and actionable insights. Speaker: Mohamed El-zalabany, Library Systems Consultant, Egyptian Prime VisionTime: 8:30 – 10:00 AMLanguage: Arabic (with English interpretation)Audience: Librarians