Past Events

Storytime for Children
In Arabic
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Calling all children aged 7 to 10! Join us for an enchanting story time experience, where captivating tales and delightful stories come to life. Let’s embark on an unforgettable journey of imagination and wonder together! 
Storytime for Toddlers
In English
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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!
Voices of Keys to Palestine: A Volunteer Community to Document the Story
In Arabic
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Stories preserve memories, experiences, and voices that might otherwise be lost. This September, Qatar National Library invites aspiring filmmakers and content creators to learn how to document these stories with skill, sensitivity, and purpose.
The Murshidi Program: Academic & Career Mentoring
In Arabic and English
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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. 
Sayahdeen [He Will Guide Me] Series: The Sira of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) – Session 4: The Conquest of Mecca, the Year of Delegations, and the Farewell
In Arabic
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Join us for the fourth session in The Sira of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) series. This session is part of the “Sayahdeen” program, a series of Islamic sessions designed to nurture a sound and balanced understanding of Islam.
Meet-UP: Chess for All
In Arabic and English
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Did you know that chess improves memory and 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! Whether you're a chess enthusiast or simply curious to learn how to play, come along to learn the basics, meet fellow players and enjoy a little bit of friendly competition. 
Librarians for Libraries: Common Challenges in International Scientific Publishing — A Practical Guide for Researchers
In Arabic
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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.
Meet-Up: Creative Threads
In Arabic and English
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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.
Meet-Up: Language Exchange
All languages
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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.
Science Book Forum: AI in Education - How AI Changes the Way We Learn
In English, with Arabic Interpretation
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Artificial intelligence is transforming education by reshaping how we learn, not just how we access content. This seminar takes participants beyond surface-level applications to explore the parallels between human learning and machine learning.